Debian The Debian Project
winget install --id=Debian.Debian -e With this app you get Debian for the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL). You will be able to use a complete Debian command line environment containing a full current stable release environment. If this is your first WSL app you might have to enable WSL first (or contact your device administrator to do so). https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/wsl/install After the installation you can start the WSL console by either clicking the "Debian" tile in the start menu or by typing "debian" in powershell or cmd. To keep your Debian environment up-to-date please use the following commands: $ sudo apt update $ sudo apt dist-upgrade The help page for this application can be found in the Debian Wiki: https://wiki.debian.org/InstallingDebianOn/Microsoft/Windows/SubsystemForLinux The source code for this application can be found at the Debian Gitlab instance: https://salsa.debian.org/debian/WSL
Debian is a complete Free Operating System designed for the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL), enabling users to access a full Debian command-line environment directly on their Windows devices. This allows seamless integration of Linux tools, scripts, and workflows without leaving the Windows ecosystem.
Key Features:
- Complete Command-Line Environment: Run a full Debian stable release with all the features and packages expected in a Linux distribution.
- Integration with WSL: Leverage the performance and compatibility benefits of WSL while using Debian as your primary Linux environment on Windows.
- Community Support: Access extensive community resources, documentation, and forums for troubleshooting and learning.
Audience & Benefit: Ideal for developers, IT professionals, and enthusiasts who need a reliable Linux environment for scripting, development, or testing. Users gain enhanced productivity by combining the familiarity of Debian with the convenience of Windows, enabling them to work efficiently in both environments simultaneously.
Debian is a versatile tool that supports a wide range of use cases, from software development to system administration, all while maintaining compatibility and performance on Windows through WSL.