How to Run Bash in Windows 10



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To run Bash on Ubuntu in Windows 10, you can use the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL). Here are the steps to get it running:

1. Enable Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL)

To use Bash on Windows, you first need to enable the Windows Subsystem for Linux. This feature allows you to run a GNU/Linux environment directly on Windows without the overhead of a traditional virtual machine or dualboot setup.

  1. Open PowerShell as Administrator:Search for PowerShell in the Windows search bar, right-click on it, and select ‘Run as administrator’.
  2. Run the Enable Command:Type Enable-WindowsOptionalFeature -Online -FeatureName Microsoft-Windows-Subsystem-Linux and press Enter.
  3. Confirmation:After executing the command, you may be asked to confirm your choice or restart your computer.

2. Restart Your PC

Once the WSL feature is enabled, you’ll need to restart your computer. This is necessary for the changes to take effect and for the subsystem to be fully operational.



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3. Install a Linux Distribution

After restarting your computer, the next step is to install a Linux distribution from the Microsoft Store. Ubuntu is a popular choice, but other distributions like Debian, Kali Linux, and openSUSE are also available.

  1. Access the Microsoft Store:Click on the Microsoft Store icon on your taskbar or search for it in the Windows search bar.
  2. Search for Linux Distributions:In the Microsoft Store, search for “Linux” or directly for your preferred distribution, like “Ubuntu”.
  3. Select and Install:Choose the Linux distribution you prefer and click on the ‘Get’ button to download and install it.
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