Enable 'Windows Subsystem for Linux' in Windows Features, then download Ubuntu 24.04.1 LTS from the Microsoft Store or use the command-line to install.

Open Command Prompt or Windows Terminal and type 'ubuntu2404' or click the Ubuntu 24.04.1 LTS tile in Start Menu to launch.

It offers a complete Ubuntu environment, efficient command utilities, Docker management, GPU acceleration, and five years of security updates for stability.

It provides a unified workflow, supports development tools like git, npm, pip, and allows deployment directly from Windows to cloud environments.

Yes, it supports NVIDIA CUDA GPU acceleration, enabling AI/ML workloads within the WSL Ubuntu environment.

Ubuntu 24.04.1 LTS is free, supported by Canonical, with security updates for five years under the Long Term Support (LTS) plan.

No, both WSL and Ubuntu 24.04.1 LTS are free to download and use; there are no subscription fees.

Ensure 'Windows Subsystem for Linux' is enabled in Windows Features, restart your PC, then try launching again from the Start Menu or terminal.

Run 'sudo apt update' and 'sudo apt upgrade' regularly in your WSL terminal to install security patches and updates.

You can install Ubuntu 24.04.1 LTS separately; in-place upgrades are limited, so it's recommended to install a fresh version for stability.