Windows 10: WSL not located in Windows Apps

Discus and support WSL not located in Windows Apps in Windows 10 Gaming to solve the problem; I cannot find WSL in my Apps & Features. When I type wsl command in my terminal or powershell, I get error "The system cannot find the file specified".... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Gaming' started by Aayush Motiani, Apr 7, 2025 at 5:22 PM.

  1. AAYUSH MOTIANI
    Aayush Motiani Win User

    WSL not located in Windows Apps


    I cannot find WSL in my Apps & Features. When I type wsl command in my terminal or powershell, I get error "The system cannot find the file specified". Any help appreciated, thanks!

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    Aayush Motiani, Apr 7, 2025 at 5:22 PM
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  2. SHREESH GUPTA
    shreesh gupta Win User

    WSL is blocked by SAC ?

    Hello,

    I'm reaching out to the community for assistance with a persistent WSL issue. Upon attempting to launch WSL, I'm encountering the following error:

    WslLaunchInteractive failed with error: 0x800711e6 - System Integrity policy has been violated. Explicit denied file.

    Steps Taken:

    1. I have reset the Ubuntu Linux distribution.
    2. I have uninstalled and reinstalled WSL.
    Despite these efforts, the issue persists. I am running Windows 11 build no: 22631.2715 with WSL 2.0.9.0, and the error occurs every time I try to start WSL.

    Has anyone faced a similar issue? Specifically, I'm seeking guidance on navigating the System Integrity policy that's seemingly causing the block. Any insights into how Smart App Control impacts WSL's functionality and possible configurations to mitigate this would be greatly appreciated.

    Thank you in advance for your time and help.
     
    shreesh gupta, Apr 7, 2025 at 5:23 PM
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  3. BRINK
    Brink Win User
    Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) 0.68.2 released

    Source: Release 0.68.2 . microsoft/WSL . GitHub See also:
     
    Brink, Apr 7, 2025 at 5:23 PM
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  4. BRINK
    Brink Win User

    WSL not located in Windows Apps

    Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) 1.1.6 released

    Source: Release 1.1.6 . microsoft/WSL . GitHub Microsoft Store: https://apps.microsoft.com/store/det...x/9P9TQF7MRM4R See also:
     
    Brink, Apr 7, 2025 at 5:23 PM
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