How to Install Ubuntu on Windows Using WSL

1. Enable Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL)Go to Control Panel > Programs and Features > Turn Windows Features on or off.Activate the Windows Subsystem for Linux.

2. Install Ubuntu from Microsoft StoreVisit the Microsoft Store and install the latest version of Ubuntu.

3. Initial SetupUpon installation, the command prompt will open, prompting you to create a UNIX username and password.

4. Switch to Root UserBy default, the root user in Ubuntu has no password, and the default username is root. It's recommended to set a password for enhanced security.Run the following command to switch to the root user:

   sudo -i

   Note: sudo -i will prompt for your user account password that you set during the first boot.

   

5. Set a Password for Root UserOnce switched to the root user, the username displayed will change to root.To set a new password for root, run:

   passwd

   

6. Switch Back to Your Regular User AccountTo switch back to your normal user account, use the su command:

   su yourUserName

   

7. Explore the Ubuntu File System from WindowsOpen Windows Explorer and paste the following path into the address bar:

   \\wsl$

   Then press Enter.It might take a moment to load depending on your system performance.

8. Default Launch DirectoryBy default, this directory appears when you launch Ubuntu through the terminal.

Happy Linuxing on Windows! 🚀