Python on Windows

Installation

Step 1 — Download Python

Go to the official website: www.python.org/downloads/windows

• Select the latest stable Python 3.x release.
• Download the Windows installer (Windows x86-64 executable installer for 64-bit systems).

Step 2 — Run the Installer

1. Open the downloaded .exe file.
2. Important: Check the box “Add Python 3.x to PATH” at the bottom of the installer window.
3. Click “Install Now”.

Verify Installation

Open a terminal and run:

python --version
python -m pip --version