dism.exe /online /enable-feature /featurename:Microsoft-Windows-Subsystem-Linux /all /norestart dism.exe /online /enable-feature /featurename:VirtualMachinePlatform /all /norestart Restart your PC. wsl --set-default-version 2 Step 3: Install a Linux Distribution Open Microsoft Store, search for "Kali Linux" or "Ubuntu" (Kali is preferred for pentesting). Install and launch it, creating a username/password. Step 4: Install Aircrack-ng Inside your WSL terminal:

sudo airodump-ng -c <channel> --bssid <BSSID> -w capture wlan0mon Example:

Always remember: This knowledge protects networks. Use it to secure your own Wi-Fi, test your passwords (minimum 12 characters, mixed case+symbols), and educate others—never to intrude.