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How to enable and disable systemd in Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL)
By Richard Devine published
WSL Using systemd on WSL used to require third-party input but it's now an official part of Microsoft's Linux-on-Windows platform. Here's how to enable and disable it as you need.
Windows Subsystem for Linux leaves preview, makes its way to Windows 11 and Windows 10 through Microsoft Store
By Sean Endicott published
Linux Microsoft just released a new version of the Windows Subsystem for Linux. The tool is now out of preview and available through the Microsoft Store on Windows 11 and Windows 10.
The best Microsoft Teams experience on Linux is now a PWA
By Sean Endicott published
Apps Microsoft just released the Teams Progressive Web App for Linux. The PWA introduces several Teams features to Linux that were previously limited to Windows and macOS.
Xbox Cloud Gaming gets performance boost on Steam Deck, Linux, and ChromeOS
By Sean Endicott published
Xbox Microsoft just shipped an update that improves Xbox Cloud Gaming on ChromeOS and Linux. Since Steam Deck runs Linux, it got a boost as well.
Steam Deck software and games explained: What is SteamOS and Proton?
By Ben Wilson published
The Steam Deck is a pocketable gaming PC with big promises, but it doesn't run Windows. Instead, it's SteamOS and something called Proton, but what exactly are they?
Windows Subsystem for Linux version 0.65.1 rolls out to all Insider rings
By Sean Endicott published
Microsoft just shipped an update for the Windows Subsystem for Linux that brings the tool to version 0.65.1. All Insiders can install the update, regardless of which Insider ring they are in.
Dell XPS 13 Plus now certified for Ubuntu 22.04 LTS
By Sean Endicott published
Dell's XPS 13 Plus will soon ship with Ubuntu 22.04 LTS. The update brings several improvements, including support for Active Directory.
Proton 7.0-3 update for Steam Deck fixes bugs and improves game compatibility
By Ben Wilson published
Valve updates its Windows compatibility layer to support even more games on the Steam Deck with Proton 7.0-3.
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