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Docker vs Windows Subsystem for Linux

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Docker

Docker Container platform for building, shipping, and running applications in isolated environments.

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Windows Subsystem for Linux

Windows Subsystem for Linux Windows feature that runs a full Linux kernel and distributions natively alongside Windows without a traditional virtual machine.

VirtualizationFreeOpen Source

Quick Facts

Docker

CompanyDocker
Year Launched2013
Pricing ModelFreemium
Open SourceNo
CategoryVirtualization
PlatformsmacOS, Windows, Linux

Windows Subsystem for Linux

CompanyMicrosoft
Year Launched2016
Pricing ModelFree
Open SourceYes
CategoryVirtualization
PlatformsmacOS, Windows, Web

Pricing

Docker

Freemium

Free: $0/Forever

Pro: Custom/Monthly/Yearly per seat

Windows Subsystem for Linux

Free

Free: $0/one-time

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