How To Run Ubuntu 24.04 on Windows 11 Using WSL | Step-by-Step Guide
In this tutorial, you will learn how to run Ubuntu 24.04 on Windows 11 using Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL). Follow this step-by-step guide to enable WSL, install Ubuntu, and manage your Linux distributions effortlessly on your Windows machine. Whether you're a developer or just experimenting, this video will help you get Ubuntu up and running smoothly!
*Steps Covered:*
1) Enabling WSL on Windows 11
dism.exe /online /enable-feature /featurename:Microsoft-Windows-Subsystem-Linux /all /norestart
dism.exe /online /enable-feature /featurename:VirtualMachinePlatform /all /norestart
Reboot your system to apply the changes.
2) Update WSL to Latest Version
wsl --update
3) Setting WSL 2 as the Default Version
wsl --set-default-version 2
4) Installing Ubuntu 24.04
wsl --list --online // This will List available distributions
wsl --install -d Ubuntu-24.04 // This will install Ubuntu 24.04
5) Access and Update Ubuntu 24.04
sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y
6) Managing Linux Distributions
wsl -l -v // List installed linux distributions
wsl --shutdown Ubuntu-24.04 // Shutdown Linux Distributions
wsl -d Ubuntu-24.04 // Start Linux Distribution
7) Uninstalling Linux Distributions
wsl --unregister {distribution-name}
Also Remove the Ubuntu 24.04 App.
Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon for more Linux and WSL tutorials!
Feel free to post your queries and feedback in the comments section below.