Python installation can vary slightly depending on the operating system you are using. Below is a brief guide for installing Python on macOS, Linux, and Windows:
Installing Python on macOS
Using Homebrew:
First, install Homebrew if it's not already installed. Open the Terminal and run:
Once Homebrew is installed, you can install Python by running:
This will install the latest version of Python.
Using the Python Website:
Visit the official Python website at python.org.
Download the macOS installer for the Python version you need.
Open the downloaded file and follow the installation instructions.
Installing Python on Linux
For Debian/Ubuntu-based distributions:
Open the Terminal and update the package list:
Install Python by running:
To check the installed version, run:
Installing Python on Windows
Using the Python Website:
Visit the official Python website at python.org.
Download the Windows installer for the desired version of Python.
Run the downloaded file and follow the installation instructions. Make sure to check the box that says “Add Python to PATH” during installation.
Using Microsoft Store:
You can also install Python via the Microsoft Store on Windows 10 or later.
Open Microsoft Store and search for Python.
Select the version you want to install and follow the on-screen instructions.