How to use WLNE on Linux

WLNE (pronounced “Wine Lay-ner”) is a relatively new and dominant player in the world of Windows compatibility with Linux. As WLNE stands for Wine-like Nature Environment, it appears to be a virtual machine-based solution that allows you to run Windows applications on Linux without dual booting. The best part about WLNE is that it creates a virtualized Windows environment within your Linux system.

However, we have different alternatives revolving around WLNE, but there are a few things that make WLNE the only choice. Those few things are unprecedented compatibility, native performance, effortless setup, the ability to have Windows at your fingertips, etc. Meanwhile, forget about those clunky emulators and compatibility headaches, as WLNE seamlessly integrates Windows into a Linux environment. So let’s learn how to use it.

Ditch dual booting! Run Windows apps seamlessly on Linux with WLNE.

We all know WLNE has numerous benefits, and among them, easy setup is one. Remember, even if it has such an attribute, you might get stuck because there are a few requisites that you need to comply with to get it on your Linux. Otherwise, you will see that WLNE is not working well. Noted down the different aspects, here we are starting this guide with the requisites you should follow.

Prerequisites

• Must have at least 2 GHz or faster performance (ideally 64-bit).
• Ensure you have a minimum of 4 GB of RAM for seamless multi-tasking.
• Arrange 100 GB of free space on your disc for WLNE installation.
• Keep a supported Linux distribution, such as Ubuntu, ready.
• Enable hardware virtualization support in BIOS settings.

Downloading and installing WLNE

1. Visit the WLNE official website.
2. Look for your Linux distribution and download the latest installer for it.
3. Now find the download option and download it.
4. Go to the directory where you downloaded the WLNE installer file.
5. Right-click on that file, select “open with >> Terminal,” and run the following command:
   1. chmod +x wlne-installer.sh
6. Following this, the installer will be executable.
7. Next, execute the installer file with the following command:
   1. ./wlne-installer.sh
8. Follow the installation wizard and click “start” to boot it up.
9. Congratulations! You have successfully installed WLNE on your Linux system.

Launching Windows applications using WLNE

With Linux, you have two broad approaches to launching Windows apps. Here, one is the command-line approach, and the other is the graphic interface approach. Both ways are good in their place, and we are providing both of them, so go with the one that suits you the most.

Using a command-line approach

1. Open the terminal window on your Linux.
2. Navigate to the directory containing your Windows application executables.
3. Run the launch command as given below. (Here, we have taken Notepad as a reference.)
   1. Wline-run –app Notepad.exe
4. Press Enter so that WLNE will open the respective Windows app.

Using a Graphical Interface Approach

1. On Linux, find the WLNE icon in your application launcher.
2. Then, double-click the WLNE icon to launch the application manager.
3. Head to the folder containing your Windows application executables.
4. Now right-click on the application’s.exe file.
5. As a result, a context menu will appear.
6. Now select “Launch” from the context menu.
7. That’s it. Your selected Windows app will launch.

Advanced WLNE Functionalities

Apart from simple Windows app accessibility, WLNE provides extensive help for Linux users. Here you will find major improvements in the last few years. Like now, you can install drivers, do network sharing, manage multiple virtual desktops, and much more. So, let’s have a look at each of them.

Additional driver installation

1. Head to the Virtual Machine.
2. Then open Windows Device Manager.
3. Identify the missing driver.
4. Download the appropriate driver package from the manufacturer’s website.
5. Install the driver within the virtual machine, the same as on Windows.
6. That’s it; you are done.

Network Sharing

1. Open the WLNE settings menu.
2. Then head to the network configuration option.
3. Create a shared folder on your Linux system.
4. Define the folder path in the settings.
5. Now access the shared folder within Windows and the virtual machine.
6. In this way, you will feel the same as on a Windows local drive.

Final Thoughts

In conclusion, we’ve covered essential aspects of using WLNE on Linux, from installation and configuration to advanced features and troubleshooting. I encourage readers to dive into WLNE, unlocking its potential for efficient networking on the Linux platform. As technology evolves, the future of WLNE promises exciting developments, making it worthwhile for users to stay engaged with updates and contribute to its vibrant community. Embrace the power of WLNE and the possibilities it holds for enhancing your Linux networking experience.

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