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winget install Cygwin.Cygwin
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About Cygwin
A large collection of GNU and Open Source tools which provide functionality similar to a Linux distribution on Windows.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I install Cygwin using winget?
Open Windows Terminal or PowerShell and run:
winget install Cygwin.Cygwin. Winget is built into Windows 10 (version 1809+) and Windows 11 — no separate download required.What is Cygwin?
A large collection of GNU and Open Source tools which provide functionality similar to a Linux distribution on Windows.
Is Cygwin free to download?
Cygwin is available under the GPL-3.0 license. Use the winget command above or click the download button to get the installer directly from the publisher.
How do I update Cygwin with winget?
Run
winget upgrade Cygwin.Cygwin in Windows Terminal or PowerShell to update Cygwin to the latest available version.What Windows versions support Cygwin?
The installer for Cygwin targets the x64 architecture. Check the publisher’s documentation for minimum Windows version requirements. Winget itself requires Windows 10 version 1809 or later.