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Cooperative Linux vs MSYS2

A side-by-side look at Cooperative Linux and MSYS2. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Cooperative Linux

Cooperative Linux

Os & Utilities

Cooperative Linux (CoLinux) is an open-source project that allows Linux to run as a Windows application or service. It enables Linux binaries to run natively without emulation or translation, using a custom Linux kernel module that translates Linux system calls into Windows system calls.

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MSYS2

MSYS2

Development

MSYS2 is a software distribution and building platform for Windows that provides a Unix-like environment. It includes bash shell support, a package manager, and the tools needed to build native Windows programs.

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