I do not use WSL but see a good reason for WSL. The benefits for the users are superficial but the really big thing is on the business side for Microsoft. Wit

I do not use WSL but see a good reason for WSL. The benefits for the users are superficial but the really big thing is on the business side for Microsoft. With WSL they try to trap more and more Linux developers into their ecosystem. It is all about getting more control of the most talented and fruitful developer minds. In the end Microsoft and its shareholder will benefit if it keeps its hands on this crowd.