Archives: Windows Subsystem

Understanding and Managing Zone.Identifier Files in WSL on Windows 10 and Windows 11

September 1, 2023 | By Gerald | 1 Comment | Filed in: Linux Subsystem, Windows Subsystem.

If you frequently work with Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) and have encountered files named <file_name>:Zone.Identifier after copying your source code from Windows 10 or Windows 11 to a WSL directory, you’re not alone. These mysterious files can be a source of confusion and annoyance for many users. In this blog post, we’ll dive into • Read More »

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How to Switch Your Node.js Version in WSL Ubuntu to 18.17

August 4, 2023 | By Gerald | No Comments | Filed in: Development Tools, Node Version Management, Programming Tips, Software Development, Version Control, Windows Subsystem.

Developers often need to manage multiple Node.js versions on their systems to work on different projects or ensure compatibility with specific applications. Fortunately, with the help of Node Version Manager (nvm), switching between Node.js versions in your Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) Ubuntu environment is a breeze. This guide will walk you through the steps • Read More »

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Install Visual Studio Code on Windows: Connect to Ubuntu 20.04 in WSL2

February 17, 2023 | By Gerald | No Comments | Filed in: Linux, Linux Subsystem, Windows Subsystem.

Visual Studio Code is a popular code editor used by developers worldwide. This tutorial will show you how to install Visual Studio Code on Windows and connect to Ubuntu 20.04 in Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL2). This setup is ideal for developers who want to work on a Windows machine and still have access to • Read More »

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How to Install Ubuntu 20.04 in WSL2 on a Windows 10

February 13, 2023 | By Gerald | No Comments | Filed in: DevOps, Linux, Windows Subsystem.

Installing Ubuntu 20.04 in the Windows Subsystem for Linux 2 (WSL2) is an excellent way to use a Linux environment on your Windows 10 machine without the need for a virtual machine. This can enhance your productivity by allowing you to run Linux distributions directly on Windows. What is WSL2? WSL2 (Windows Subsystem for Linux • Read More »

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