andLinux is a complete Ubuntu Linux system running seamlessly in Windows 2000 based systems (2000, XP, 2003, Vista [32-bit only]). andLinux is not just for development and runs almost all Linux applications in Windows without modification. It supports quick launch icons, start menu, system tray, Explorer shell extensions and file type associations.

Since andLinux Beta 1, the Windows Installer will configure andLinux automatically. Most questions you'll be asked are self-explanatory, so only the most important things are mentioned here. You have the option to run andLinux in a command window or as a NT service in the background; in case you choose the command window option, you'll have to start it via a shortcut; in case you choose the NT service option, you can start the service manually via the Windows control panel, or you can have it automatically started together with Windows which is the most convenient option.