How to Install Fossil on Windows 10

Fossil is a free, open-source software configuration management system that is widely used for managing source code, documentation, and other digital assets. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the steps required to install Fossil on your Windows 10 machine.

Prerequisites

• A Windows 10 computer with admin privileges
• An active internet connection
• A web browser

Installation Steps

1. Open your web browser and navigate to the Fossil downloads page.
2. Scroll down to the Windows section and select the appropriate package for your version of Windows (32-bit or 64-bit).
3. After downloading the package, locate it in your downloads folder and double-click to begin the installation process.
4. Follow the prompts to complete the installation. We recommend accepting the default settings unless you have specific preferences.
5. Once the installation is complete, open the Command Prompt or PowerShell on your Windows machine. You can do this by pressing the Windows + X keys together and selecting either "Command Prompt" or "Windows PowerShell" from the menu.
6. In the Command Prompt or PowerShell, type fossil version and press Enter to verify that the installation was successful. You should see Fossil's version number displayed in the terminal if the installation was successful.

Conclusion

Installing Fossil on Windows 10 is a fairly straightforward process that should take you only a few minutes. With Fossil installed, you can take advantage of its powerful source code and asset management capabilities for your development projects.

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