Docker vs Windows Subsystem for Linux
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Docker
Docker Container platform for building, shipping, and running applications in isolated environments.
VirtualizationFreemium
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WS
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.
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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