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Windows Subsystem For Linux Has no Distributions [Fix]
If you’re having issues with WSL, install the distributions properly
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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A version of Unix Shell (namely, Bash) can be installed onWindows 10. However, many people encountered theWindows subsystem for Linux has no installed distributionserror.
This isn’t the only issue, and many reportedSomething went wrong in WSLerror. However, we covered that in a separate guide.
Today we’re going to show you how to fix the issue with no installed distributions, so let’s get started, shall we?
Why am I getting Windows subsystem for Linux has no installed distributions error?
How do I fix Windows Subsystem for Linux has no installed distributions?
1. Wait for a few minutes
Sometimes it might take a while for WSL to start completely, so make sure to give it at least five minutes to start.
2. Use Command Prompt to install distributions
After following these steps, the issue should be gone.
3. Enable LxssManager Service
How to enable Windows Subsystem for Linux and install a distribution?
As you can see, theWindows subsystem forLinuxhas no installed distributionserror can be solved easily.
If the problem keeps appearing, it might be necessary touninstall WSLand install it again.
Did you find our solutions helpful? How do you use Bash onWindows 10? Do let us know in the comments section below!
More about the topics:Linux,windows 10,WSL
Milan Stanojevic
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Milan has been enthusiastic about technology ever since his childhood days, and this led him to take interest in all PC-related technologies. He’s a PC enthusiast and he spends most of his time learning about computers and technology.
Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s one of the Troubleshooting experts in our worldwide team, specializing in Windows errors & software issues.
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