The WSL2 Distro Manager has released version 1.8.17, which brings a series of improvements and fixes. This update resolves various issues, including correcting an invalid source for Ubuntu 20.04, addressing problems with the "Save as template" feature that previously caused data loss, and ensuring that the default distribution location is now correctly saved. Additionally, it tackles application failures on Windows 11, issues with tab selection, application hangs during launch, and an active create button that should not be available after a distribution has been created.
- Bug Fixes: Several bugs have been addressed by the developer, enhancing overall application stability and functionality.
2. Template Saving: The "Save as template" feature is now safe and non-destructive.
3. Default Distro Location: Improvements ensure that the default distribution location is correctly saved.
4. Windows 11 Compatibility: Resolved issues causing the application to fail on Windows 11 systems.
5. Tabs Functionality: Fixed the tab selection problems for a smoother user experience.
6. Launch Issues: The application no longer hangs on startup.
7. Create Button Behavior: The create button no longer remains active after a distribution is created.
This update signifies the developers' commitment to improving the WSL2 Distro Manager, enhancing performance, and addressing user concerns effectively. Future updates may continue to build on these improvements, ensuring a more robust and user-friendly experience
Key Changes in WSL2 Distro Manager v1.8.17:
- MSVCP Version Upgrade: A significant update to the Microsoft C++ runtime library.- Bug Fixes: Several bugs have been addressed by the developer, enhancing overall application stability and functionality.
Notable Fixes:
1. Ubuntu 20.04 Source: The invalid source issue has been rectified.2. Template Saving: The "Save as template" feature is now safe and non-destructive.
3. Default Distro Location: Improvements ensure that the default distribution location is correctly saved.
4. Windows 11 Compatibility: Resolved issues causing the application to fail on Windows 11 systems.
5. Tabs Functionality: Fixed the tab selection problems for a smoother user experience.
6. Launch Issues: The application no longer hangs on startup.
7. Create Button Behavior: The create button no longer remains active after a distribution is created.
Additional Notes:
For users looking to understand all modifications made in this release, a detailed changelog is available for review, which outlines every change from version 1.8.16 to 1.8.17.This update signifies the developers' commitment to improving the WSL2 Distro Manager, enhancing performance, and addressing user concerns effectively. Future updates may continue to build on these improvements, ensuring a more robust and user-friendly experience
WSL2 Distro Manager 1.8.17 released
WSL2 Distro Manager 1.8.17 has been released, addressing several issues. This update includes fixes for an invalid Ubuntu 20.04 source, the problematic "Save as template" feature, default distribution location concerns, application failures on Windows 11, tab selection difficulties, application hang on launch, and the active create button.
