#Install python linux command line install#
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You should now have a working installation of Python 3 on your Ubuntu system. If you have Python 3.7.x and Python 3.8.x both installed, use the second digit to specify which version you want to use: python3.7 -version python3.8 -version It is possible to have multiple major (3.x or 2.x) versions of Python on your system. To run a command using the newer version, use python3. Use the python command to run commands for any older Python 2.x version on your system. Each installation uses a different command. If you used the altinstall method, you have two different versions of Python on your system at the same time. Note: If you are starting with Python and are still looking for the right IDE or editor, see our comprehensive overview of the best Python IDEs and code editors.

#Install python linux command line install#

To install Python 3.8.3 over the top of your existing Python, enter the following: sudo make installĪllow the process to complete. (Option) Overwrite Default Python Installation

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Your Ubuntu system may have software packages dependent on Python 2.x. It is recommended that you use the altinstall method.

To create a second installation of Python 3.835, in addition to your current Python installation, enter the following: sudo make altinstall Step 6: Install a Second Instance of Python (recommended) This step can take up to 30 minutes to complete. Using the -optimization option speeds code execution by 10-20%.Įnter the following: cd python-3.8.3. configure command evaluates and prepares Python to install on your system. Next, you need to extract the tgz file you downloaded, with the command: tar -xf Python-3.8.3.tgz Step 5: Test System and Optimize Pythonīefore you install the software, make sure you test the system and optimize Python. At the time this article was written, Python 3.7.5 was the latest version available. Note: The source code is different from the software found on the main download page. Install the supporting software with the command: sudo apt install software-properties-common The software-properties-common package gives you better control over your package manager by letting you add PPA (Personal Package Archive) repositories.

#Install python linux command line update#

Open a terminal window, and enter the following: sudo apt update Step 2: Install Supporting Software

Step 1: Update and Refresh Repository Lists If the revision level is lower than 3.7.x, or if Python is not installed, continue to the next step. Check your version of Python by entering the following: python -version Most factory versions of Ubuntu 18.04 or Ubuntu 20.04 come with Python pre-installed. You may not see new releases as quickly on a third-party repository. There are fewer steps, but it’s dependent on a third party hosting software updates. This process uses the apt package manager to install Python. Option 1: Install Python 3 Using apt (Easier)

Make sure your environment is configured to use Python 3.8.

Access to a terminal window/command-line ( Ctrl– Alt– T).

A system running Ubuntu 18.04 or Ubuntu 20.04.