Windows + WSL2 + Ollama: Choosing the Right Architecture for Local AI Dev
A developer setting up a local AI environment on Windows with WSL2 is weighing two architectural approaches for running Ollama and large language models. Option 1 runs Ollama natively on Windows while the application lives inside WSL2, communicating via HTTP on localhost port 11434. Option 2 keeps both the application and Ollama entirely within WSL2, with GPU access passed through to the underlying Windows drivers. The developer's current setup follows Option 1 and is functional, but they are questioning whether Option 2 offers better long-term performance and workflow benefits. The post invites community input from developers who have hands-on experience with either configuration.
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