Latest Windows 10 may have a Linux subsystem hidden inside

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Edited by Arunabh at 2016-02-04 17:38

 
A Few Months Back, Microsoft impressed the world with 'Microsoft loves Linux' announcements, including, development of a custom Linux-based OS for running Azure Cloud Switch and selecting Ubuntu as the operating system for its Cloud-based Big Data services.

Now, a renowned Windows Hacker and computer expert, who goes by the name ‘WalkingCat’, discovered that latest version of Windows 10 may have a Linux subsystem secretly installed inside.

Project Astoria, also known as Windows Bridge for Android, is a toolkit that allows running Android apps on Windows 10 Mobile devices.

So, the "LX" in these name, however, can only be taken for one thing, and that is LINUX, suggests the Windows 10 OS will have access to a Linux subsystem also.

Why a Linux Subsystem?

Since Windows 10 has been introduced as a Universal Operating system for all devices, so it might be possible that Microsoft wants to expand Project Astoria from mobile devices to desktop users too.

If this comes to be true, adding a Linux subsystem will be beneficial in case Microsoft has plans to offer support for Linux applications, especially servers related technology and software.

Isn't it exciting?

Source: TheHackerNews