Learn how to get Python up and running on Windows, macOS, or Linux—and avoid the biggest pitfalls along the way.

This post explains how to install Python on Linux, Windows, or Mac. We will also set up an editor so that you can start coding!

Take control of multiple Python installations in Windows with the py launcher, available as part of a standard Python installation.

How to install and launch Windows XP Mode applications To install applications in Windows XP Mode, you would install them like they usually do.