On Windows, when I want a command line, I can choose between the native PowerShell or install the Windows Subsystem for Linux. I prefer the latter when I'm on Windows. Here's why I reach for a ...

Using the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL), you can launch Linux applications directly in a Windows 10 command prompt or PowerShell prompt.

While PowerShell on Linux isn't exactly the same as on Windows — modules and commands specific to Windows aren't usable — it's available for folks who need it.

PowerShell Core is available to Windows clients, as well as macOS and Linux devices. Learn how to install Microsoft's PSC on these operating systems.