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title: Microsoft Introduces Linux-Like ‘sudo’ Command to Windows 11
description: Microsoft has announced the introduction of Sudo for Windows 11, allowing users to run elevated commands directly from an unelevated console session. This new feature provides an ergonomic and familiar solution for users who need to elevate a command.
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# [Microsoft Introduces Linux-Like ‘sudo’ Command to Windows 11](https://blog.oitc.ca/alerts/microsoft-introduces-linux-like-sudo-command-to-windows-11)

 Written by [Nathan Zych](https://blog.oitc.ca/author/nathan-zych) | Feb 29, 2024 11:21:38 AM

Microsoft is introducing Sudo for Windows 11, which allows users to run elevated commands directly from an unelevated console session. This new feature aims to provide an ergonomic and familiar solution for users who need to elevate a command.

Read more about the introduction of the Linux-like ‘sudo’ command to Windows 11 at [The Hacker News](https://thehackernews.com/2024/02/microsoft-introduces-linux-like-sudo.html).

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