How to: Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA)
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[Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA)](https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/android/wsa/) is a tool that allows your device to run Android apps natively in Windows 11. This article explains how to set up WSA in Windows 11 to Run Android Apps. WSA runs as a virtual machine using [Hyper-V](https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/virtualization/hyper-v-on-windows/) and is based on [AOSP](https://source.android.com/) version 11. 

As of now, WSA has some specific requirements. With time, some pre-requisites like Region would be eased. See the following requirements below:

   - Your Device must be running Build 22000 or later meeting the requirements for Windows 11, including supported processors.

   - The Computer must support virtualization and be enabled in BIOS/UEFI and Optional Features.

   - The device must have at least 8GB of RAM and SSD as a Storage device. For WSA, a Hard drive is not supported.

   - The Store version must be 22110.1402.6.0 or higher. Go to Store Library to update.

   - The PC's Region and Amazon account you plan to use must be US-based.

   - Your PC must be in Windows Insider Program Beta Channel.