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How to install python on windows 11

by Amar Singh December 3, 2023
How to install python on windows 11

Learn how to easily install Python on your Windows 11 system, including downloading the installer, configuring settings, and verifying the installation.

Python is a versatile and powerful programming language that is widely used for data science, web development, and machine learning. It is easy to learn, even for beginners, and there is a large community of Python developers who are willing to help you get started.

Prerequisites:

Before you start, make sure you have the following:

  • A Windows 11 PC
  • An internet connection

Downloading Python:

  1. Go to the official Python website: https://www.python.org/downloads/
  2. Download the latest stable release of Python. Make sure to download the 64-bit version if your computer is 64-bit.
  3. Save the installer file to your computer.

Installing Python:

  1. Double-click the installer file to run it.
  2. Select the “Install Now” option and click “Install”.
  3. The installer will ask you to add Python 3.10 to your PATH. This is important because it will allow you to run Python commands from any directory. Select the “Add Python 3.10 to PATH” checkbox and click “Install Now”.
  4. The installer will now install Python on your computer. This may take a few minutes.
  5. Once the installation is complete, click “Close”.

Verifying the Installation:

  1. Open a command prompt window.
  2. Type the following command and press Enter:
python --version
  1. The command prompt should print the version of Python that you installed.

Installing a Python IDE (Optional):

An IDE (Integrated Development Environment) is a software application that provides a comprehensive set of tools for software development. If you are planning to do a lot of Python programming, it is a good idea to install an IDE. There are many different Python IDEs available, some of the most popular ones include PyCharm, Visual Studio Code, and Sublime Text.

Congratulations! You have now installed Python on your Windows 11 PC.

You are now ready to start programming! There are many resources available online to help you learn Python, including tutorials, documentation, and books.

Here are some additional tips for installing Python on Windows 11:

  • If you are using a 64-bit version of Windows 11, you should download the 64-bit version of Python.
  • If you are having trouble installing Python, you can search for help online or contact the Python support team.

I hope this blog post has been helpful.

If you have any questions, please feel free to leave a comment below.

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