Docker is a powerful open-source container platform that allows you to develop, package, and deploy applications without any dependencies issues. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the installation process of Docker on Windows 11 operating system.
Prerequisites
- Windows 11 Operating System
- Administrative privileges on your computer.
Step 1 - Download Docker
You can download Docker Desktop for Windows by visiting the official Docker website at http://www.docker.com/. Click on the "Get Docker" button, and select the "Docker Desktop for Windows" option from the drop-down menu.
Step 2 - Install Docker
- Once the download is complete, locate the Docker installer in your downloads folder and run it.
- The Docker installation wizard will guide you through the installation process. Click "Install" to begin the installation process.
- During the installation process, you might see a notification asking you to enable Hyper-V and Containers features in Windows. Click "OK" to enable these features.
- You may also need to restart your system for the changes to take effect.
Step 3 - Verify Docker Installation
- After the installation is complete, launch the Docker Desktop app from the Windows Start menu.
- Once the app is launched, you should see a green Docker icon in the system tray, indicating that Docker is running.
- Open the command prompt by pressing the "Windows key + R" keyboard shortcut and typing "cmd" in the Run dialog box. Then press "Enter".
- In the command prompt, type "docker version" and press "Enter". You should see the Docker version and API version displayed on the screen.
Congratulations! You have successfully installed Docker on your Windows 11 Operating System.
Conclusion
In this tutorial, we have shown you how to install Docker on Windows 11. With Docker, you can develop and deploy applications in containers, making it easier to manage dependencies and maintain consistency across multiple environments.
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