08-Docker-WSL

Setup Docker & Windows Subsystem for Linux WSL

Setup Docker Support - optional

There are two options to configure Docker support. WSL2 recommended

In order for Docker to work on a Windows 10 VM you need to install Hyper-V or use Windows Subsystem for Linux 2 (WSL2). Therefore you must use hardware that supports Nested Virtualization. A detailed Setup Guide can be found here.

Option 1 - Install Docker with Hyper-V

Install Hyper-V using setup-docker.ps1 and restart after execution.

Check Docker Settings:

Option 2 - Install Docker with WSL2

Install WSL2

Open PowerShell as Administrator and run:

wsl --install

Reboot your machine & open WSL and set your root user & password:

user=azlabadmin
pwd=Lab@dmin1234

Install Docker using WSL2

Install Docker Desktop using an elevated Powershell:

choco install docker-desktop -y

Log off and on after installation:

Note: Enter logoff in the current console

Start Docker Desktop and switch to settings:

Check the WSL2 settings:

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Test Docker Installation

In the console window execute:

docker run hello-world

Optional - Using Teams in VM

To avoid switching between Host an VM you can use Microsoft Teams Web Client to see all Chat messages