Installing Python on Windows 10 side-by-side with an existing version

Installing Python on Windows 10 side-by-side with an existing version

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This tutorial explains how to install Python 3.8 alongside an existing Python 3.7 installation without causing conflicts. It covers the installation process, including selecting the right options to avoid overwriting the older version, customizing the installation location, and using the PY launcher to test and manage multiple Python versions. The tutorial emphasizes not adding the new Python version to the system path to prevent it from superseding the older version.

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What should you not select when installing a new version of Python to avoid conflicts?

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What is the recommended install location for the new version of Python?

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What command should you type in the terminal to launch the new version of Python?

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How can you see which versions of Python are available on your system?

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What should you do to run a specific version of Python with command line parameters?

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