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Python is a popular high-level programming language that can be used for a wide variety of
applications. It was created by Guido van Rossum, in the year 1991. It is an open-source application,
meaning, python users and anyone else have the ability to use this source code, modify it, distribute
their own versions of the program and may use the program for any purpose. There is no licensing
fee or any restriction to the software. All modern versions of Python are copyrighted under a GPL
compatible license certified by the open source.
Features of Python
Some of the features of Python are as follows:
1. Python is an Open Source Language and Free of Cost.
2. Python is easy to Learn, Code and Implement.
3. Python is Fast, Flexible and Portable.
4. Python Supports Multiple Domains
5. Python also Supports Scientific Libraries.
6. Python follows both Procedural and OOP Coding Patterns.
Applications of Python
There are thousands of applications of Python as it is very easy-to-use and versatile language. Some
of the most common uses of this programming language are:
1. Python can be used to create web applications.
2. Python can be used for AI development.
3. Python can be used to handle complex mathematics.
4. Python can be used for rapid prototyping , or for production-ready software development.
Installing Python
Follow these steps to download and install the Python software:
1 Open the website
https://www.python.
org/downloads/
2 Click on the Download
Python 3.11.5 button.
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