Installing Python in Ubuntu can be done in several ways, but the most common method is through the terminal.
Here are the steps to install through the terminal:
- Open the terminal by pressing “Ctrl + Alt + T” or by searching for “Terminal” in the dash.
- Update the package index using the following command:
sudo apt-get update
- Install Python 3 using the following command:
sudo apt-get install python3
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- To check if Python is installed successfully, use the following command:
python3 -V
- You should see the version of Python that you have installed, for example:
Python 3.8.5
Alternatively, you can install Python using the Ubuntu Software Center. Simply search for “Python” and click the “Install” button.
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Note: The steps and commands provided above are for Ubuntu 20.04 LTS and later. The steps may slightly vary for different Ubuntu versions.