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    Python  is  Portable:  Python  is  a  portable  programming  language.  Portability  refers  to
                     execution of code on different platform. If we develop code for Windows and we want to
                     run on another platform, we don’t need to change it.

                     Python is Easy to Learn and Use: Python is not just easier to understand, but it is also
                     easier to use.

                     Python  support  GUI programming:  Python  supports  GUI  programming  with  additional
                     libraries or toolkits.

                     2.3 PYTHON INSTALLATION
                     Python  can  be  downloaded  freely  from  the  https://www.Python.

                     org/ website. There are different versions of Python available on
                     the portal, but you need to download Python 3.8.6.

                     You need to check the system type of your operating system before             Fig 2.3: Python Logo
                     downloading the installer file for Python 3.8.6.

                     How to check whether a 32-bit or 64-bit installer is required?

                     To check whether a 32-bit or 64-bit installer is required follow these steps:

                     Step 1:   Right-click on This PC on the desktop.

                     Step 2:   Click on Properties option.

                     Step 3:   Check the System type under Device specifications.

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                     In the System section, look for the System type:

                     Ø    If it says 64-bit operating system, you need the 64-bit Python installer.

                     Ø    If it says 32-bit operating system, you need the 32-bit Python installer.

                     To download the installer file for Python 3.8.6, follow these steps:

                     Step 1:  Open your browser and go to https://www.Python.org/downloads/.

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