Introduction

Python is a general-purpose, high-level programming language. In 1991, Guido Van Rossum created Python, and the Python Software Foundation (PSF) further contributed to its development. Python was designed with an emphasis on code readability, and its syntax allows programmers to express their concepts in fewer lines of code. Developers can use Python to integrate systems efficiently. There are two major Python versions: Python 2 and Python 3.

Prerequisites

• Operating System: Windows
• System Requirements:
  • RAM: 512 MB
  • Disk Space: Approximately 100 MB for installation
  • Processor: Any modern processor

Procedure

1. Download Python
   a. Visit python.org.
   b. Download the appropriate installer for your OS (Windows, macOS, or Linux).

2. Install Python (For Windows)
   a. Run the installer.
   b. Check the box "Add Python to PATH".
   c. Click Install Now.

3. Verify Installation
   a. Open Command Prompt.
   b. Type the following to check the Python version:

   python --version

4. Verify for Python 3
   a. Open Command Prompt.
   b. Run this command to verify Python 3 installation:

   python3 --version

Additional Resources

• Python Official Website