Microsoft open sources the Windows Subsystem for Linux — invites developers to help more seamlessly integrate Linux with Windows

Microsoft has revealed plans to make the Windows Subsystem for Linux publicly available, encouraging developers within the community to collaborate and assist in making Windows an exceptional operating system for cross-platform application development.

According to Pavan Davuluri, CVP of Windows & Devices at Microsoft, we are making available the code that generates and operates the virtual machine supporting WSL distributions, as well as integrating it with Windows functions and resources, so that the community can contribute and help improve it.

The organization asserts they have put in considerable effort to separate the Windows Subsystem for Linux from the main Windows system, allowing it to be made publicly accessible. Now, it functions independently as an individual application, facilitating its open-source distribution.

Users can get hold of the Windows Subsystem for Linux’s source code on GitHub, allowing them to suggest improvements or modifications tailored to their requirements through the submission of pull requests to the WSL repository.

At its Build 2025 developer conference, Microsoft unveiled several new features and experiences. Among them is support for Model Context Protocol, which simplifies creating AI-driven experiences within Windows 11 applications. Additionally, the company is now offering individuals the opportunity to submit and publish their own apps on the Microsoft Store at no cost for the first time.

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2025-05-19 19:09