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smcFanControl vs Windows Subsystem for Linux

A side-by-side look at smcFanControl and Windows Subsystem for Linux. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

smcFanControl

smcFanControl

System & Hardware

smcFanControl is a free, open source fan control software for Macs. It allows you to monitor and control fan speeds to optimize cooling and noise.

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Windows Subsystem for Linux

Windows Subsystem for Linux

Os & Utilities

The Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) allows you to run a Linux environment directly on Windows 10 and Windows 11. It enables running Linux terminal commands and apps side-by-side with Windows apps.

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