wsl --list --verbose Example output:
NAME STATE VERSION * Ubuntu Running 2 Debian Stopped 2 Option A – Using wsl --unregister (Recommended) This removes the distribution’s filesystem and its Windows app registration. wsl uninstall
wsreset.exe Reboot your PC, then run in PowerShell: wsl --list --verbose Example output: NAME STATE VERSION
Here’s a technical write-up on uninstalling WSL (Windows Subsystem for Linux), covering removal of distributions, the WSL feature itself, and leftover files. Overview Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) allows running Linux distributions natively on Windows. However, when no longer needed, a complete removal involves three layers: individual distributions, the WSL core feature, and residual files. Step 1: List Installed Distributions Open PowerShell or Command Prompt as Administrator : covering removal of distributions