microsoft / microsoft/WSL

Block devices, (i.e. /dev/sda) ?

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Description

Is there any ETA on when we can see block devices such as sda, for tools like hdparm ?

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Start with the issue body and its discussion to understand the requested support for block devices such as /dev/sda and compatibility with tools like hdparm. The issue does not mention implementation files, tests, or an entry point, so identify the relevant WSL storage path before defining completion as usable block-device support.

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Assessment

Tech stack
cpp, linux
Domain
operating-systems
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Quiet
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
18/100

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