Step-by-Step Guide- How to Install Docker on Windows 10 for Seamless Containerization_2

How to Install Docker on Windows 10

Docker is a powerful platform that allows you to run applications in isolated containers. These containers can run on any Linux, Windows, or macOS machine, making it an excellent choice for developing and deploying applications. If you’re a Windows 10 user and want to get started with Docker, follow these simple steps to install it on your machine.

Firstly, ensure that your Windows 10 machine meets the minimum system requirements for Docker. Docker requires a 64-bit Windows 10 operating system with at least 4GB of RAM and a CPU that supports virtualization. You can check if your CPU supports virtualization by searching for “CPU Virtualization” in the search box on your taskbar.

Next, you need to download the Docker Desktop installer for Windows. You can find the installer on the official Docker website. Once you’ve downloaded the installer, run it to begin the installation process.

Step 1: Download and Run the Docker Installer

1. Go to the Docker website and navigate to the “Get Docker” section.
2. Click on the “Download Docker Desktop for Windows” button.
3. Once the download is complete, locate the installer file and double-click it to run it.

Step 2: Accept the License Agreement

1. When you run the installer, you will be prompted to accept the Docker End User License Agreement (EULA).
2. Read through the agreement and click “I accept” to proceed.

Step 3: Choose the Installation Options

1. The installer will ask you to choose the installation options. By default, the “Docker Desktop” option is selected.
2. You can also choose to install the “Docker Engine” and “Kubernetes” options if you need them.
3. Once you’ve made your selections, click “Next” to continue.

Step 4: Customize the Installation

1. In this step, you can customize the installation by choosing the installation directory and specifying whether you want to start Docker Desktop automatically after installation.
2. Make your selections and click “Next” to proceed.

Step 5: Install Docker

1. The installer will now begin the installation process. This may take a few minutes.
2. Once the installation is complete, you will see a message indicating that Docker Desktop has been installed successfully.

Step 6: Start Docker Desktop

1. After the installation is complete, click “Finish” to exit the installer.
2. You can now find Docker Desktop in the Start menu. Click on it to launch the application.

Step 7: Verify the Installation

1. Once Docker Desktop is running, you can verify that the installation was successful by checking the version number in the upper-left corner of the application window.
2. You can also open a command prompt or PowerShell window and run the following command to check the Docker version:

“`bash
docker –version
“`

This should display the version of Docker installed on your machine.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed Docker on Windows 10. Now you can start using Docker to develop and deploy applications in containers.