Which version of python to install

Technical Analysis
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Hi,



I have windows 8.1 installed on my laptop.



Would like to know which version of python to install from the anaconda website link given below



https://www.anaconda.com/distribution/#windows



there are two versions on offer. python 3.7 and 2.7.

Also should i go for 64 bit or 32 bit.



I also need to install Jupyter notebook after this. So would like to know which version of python to install keeping requirement of jupyter notebook in mind.



Regards,

Subash Gangadharan

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Thanks for your query, Subhash. I would suggest you go with 3.7 and then activate 2.7 in the same anaconda installation. Jupyter lab will show both of them as an option thereafter. Do revert if you're having issues with that. 



64 bit or 32 bit will depend on what kind of processor you have. Have a look at your system configuration. 

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Hi Akshay,



This is my system configuration



Processor - Intel (R) Core ™ i3 - 5005U CPU @ 2.00 GHz 2.00 GHz

RAM - 4.0 GB

System type - 64-bit operating system, x64 based processor.



As the system type mentions 64-bit operating system, it looks like i should go for a  64 bit while installing python 3.7.



But could you confirm from your end whether i should go for 64 bit or 32 bit.



Regards,

Subash Gangadharan



 

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It's safe to go for 64 bit. Do tell me if more help needed. 

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Thanks Akshay