How to Install Docker Desktop on Windows

 




step-by-step guide to install Docker Desktop on Windows:

How to Install Docker Desktop on Windows

 1. System Requirements

    WSL  Enabled  (Docker Desktop uses it)

    How to Enable WSL : How to Enable WSL(Windows subsystem for linux) on Windows

 

 2. Download Docker Desktop

  • Visit the official site: docker
  • Click “Download for Windows

 

 3. Run the Installer

  • Double-click the .exe file to start installation
  • Follow the on-screen instructions
    • Keep the default options (WSL 2 based engine is recommended)
    • Click OK when asked to enable required Windows features

 4. Restart Your Computer

  • Once installed, restart your system when prompted

  5. Launch Docker Desktop

  • After reboot, open Docker Desktop from Start Menu
  • It will initialize WSL 2 and Docker engine

  6. Verify Installation

  • Open Command Prompt or PowerShell
  • Run:

docker --version

Docker Desktop is Installed!

You can now:

  • Run containers
  • Pull images from Docker Hub
  • Use Docker Compose
  • Develop containerized apps

 


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