Using Emacs with Cygwin requires some careful configuration. On the other hand, I find it very useful to operate Emacs by voice. The combination of Emacs with Cygwin makes it possible.
I am putting together a guide for this purpose: GitHub - PetrKryslUCSD/HowToUseJuliaWithCygwinEmacs: How to use Julia with Cygwin Emacs
It is a bit rough around the edges at the moment; It is a work in progress, and it will get better over the next couple of weeks or so.
Any and all feedback and suggestions (and or PRs) are welcome.