CentOS 7 WSL Install

Different versions of CentOS to run in WSL can be found in the Microsoft Store. As of this writing the images are not free but are inexpensive at a one time cost of $2 to $5 USD. The example install here will show CentOS7 but the same process should apply to run other versions of CentOS under WSL (this example is with the free 6.9.x.x Xming server).

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If an image is free - or after you purchase an image - you should see a ***launch*** button in the item description.

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With WSL (previously) enabled, clicking on launch will cause WSL to bring up a terminal window and print out a notification that installation is underway. You will then be prompted to create a userid. Note that userid and password need not match your Windows credentials.

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Subsequently, this image will install the epel repo followed by some additional packages.

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After the install commands are done, you will be prompted to create a password for the userid.

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