Windows

Prerequisites

  • Windows 10 64-bit: Pro, Enterprise, or Education (Build 16299 or later)

  • Windows 11 64-bit: Home or Pro

  • Ensure your system supports Hyper-V and Containers features (enable virtualization technology in BIOS).

Installation Steps

1.Download Docker Desktop for Windows

  • Go to the Docker official download page.

  • Download the Docker Desktop installer for Windows.

2.Run the Installer

  • Double-click the downloaded installer to start the installation.

  • In the setup wizard, ensure "Install required components" is checked.

  • Follow the prompts to complete the installation.

3.Start Docker Desktop

  • After installation, start Docker Desktop.

  • Once Docker Desktop is running, a Docker icon will appear in the taskbar.

4.Verify Installation

  • Open Command Prompt (CMD) or PowerShell.

  • Enter the following command to check the Docker version:

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    docker --version

5.Configure WSL 2 Backend (Optional)

  • Open Docker Desktop settings, select "Use the WSL 2 based engine".

  • Follow the prompts to install and configure the WSL 2 backend.

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