Wsl - Uninstall [patched]

%USERPROFILE%\AppData\Local\Packages\CanonicalGroupLimited.Ubuntu_<random>\LocalState\ %USERPROFILE%\AppData\Local\Packages\Debian_<random>\LocalState\ %USERPROFILE%\.wslconfig Legacy WSL (WSL1) files %LOCALAPPDATA%\lxss\ Registry remnants (optional, advanced) Navigate HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Lxss and delete keys for unregistered distros. Step 6: Clean the Windows Store cache (if applicable) If you installed WSL or distros via the Microsoft Store:

wsreset.exe Reboot your PC, then run in PowerShell: wsl uninstall

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 : %USERPROFILE%\AppData\Local\Packages\CanonicalGroupLimited