Microsoft plans Linux tools and an RTX Spark desktop for Windows developers
Summary
Microsoft announced new tools and hardware for developers at its Build conference. These include a new developer PC called the Surface RTX Spark Dev Box with advanced Nvidia chips, and improvements to Windows 11 for better Linux support and safer use of AI tools.Key Facts
- Microsoft introduced the Surface RTX Spark Dev Box, a compact PC for developers powered by Nvidia’s RTX Spark chip with up to 128GB memory.
- The Dev Box runs Windows 11 Pro with developer-focused settings and tools preinstalled.
- Microsoft is improving Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) by adding native Linux core tools and enabling WSL to run inside containers soon.
- Windows Developer Configurations will allow developers to set up a complete coding environment quickly using one command on any Windows 11 device.
- Microsoft introduced Microsoft Execution Containers (MXC), which provide secure, controlled environments for AI agents to operate safely without access to personal or sensitive data.
- The new tools aim to help developers work faster and safer with AI and Linux on Windows.
- Microsoft did not share pricing for the RTX Spark Dev Box but it is expected to cost more than their previous Project Volterra device.
- The announcements focus on making Windows better for software development, especially for AI, Linux, and new hardware support.
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