Installing Python: A Step-by-Step Guide

Python is easy to install and set up on various operating systems, including Windows, macOS, and Linux. This guide will walk you through the process of downloading and installing Python on your system.

Step 1: Download Python

Visit the Official Python Website

1. Open your web browser and go to the official Python website:
   <u>https://www.python.org/downloads/</u>
2. The website will automatically suggest the latest version of Python suitable for your operating system.
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Step 2: Install Python on Your System

For Windows

1. Download the Windows Installer (.exe) file from the Python website.
2. Run the Installer by double-clicking the downloaded file.
3. Important: Check the box "Add Python to PATH" (this makes it accessible from the command line).
4. Click Install Now and wait for the installation to complete.
5. After installation, you will see a success message. Click Close.

For macOS

1. Download the macOS installer (.pkg) file from the Python website.
2. Open the .pkg file and follow the installation steps.After installation, verify Python by opening Terminal and typing:
   python3 --version
3. If Python is installed correctly, it will display the installed version.

For Linux (Ubuntu/Debian)

1. Open the Terminal (Ctrl + Alt + T).Update the package list:
   sudo apt update
2. Install Python using the following command:
   sudo apt install python3
3. Verify the installation by running:
   python3 --version
4. For other Linux distributions like Fedora or Arch, you can use the respective package managers:

• Fedora: sudo dnf install python3
• Arch Linux: sudo pacman -S python

Step 3: Verify Installation

After installing Python, verify it by opening a terminal or command prompt and typing:

python --version

python3 --version

If installed correctly, it will display the Python version, such as:
Python 3.11.2