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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.

Fig 2.5

Fig 2.4

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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