how to install powershell?

To install PowerShell, you have several options depending on your operating system. Here are the methods for Windows:

1. Install using WinGet (recommended):
   • Open a command prompt or PowerShell window and run:

          winget install --id Microsoft.PowerShell --source winget
     

   • This method is simple and ensures you get the latest version.
2. Install from the Microsoft Store:
   • You can find PowerShell in the Microsoft Store. This method provides automatic updates and integrates with other software distribution mechanisms.
3. Install using the MSI package:
   • Download the MSI installer from GitHub:
     • PowerShell-7.5.4-win-x64.msi
   • Double-click the installer and follow the prompts.
4. Install as a .NET Global tool (if you have the .NET Core SDK installed):
   • Run the following command:

          dotnet tool install --global PowerShell
     

   • This adds PowerShell to your PATH, allowing you to start it by typing pwsh in a new shell.

Choose the method that best fits your needs, and follow the instructions to complete the installation.

Hello Milton,

Thank you for posting question on Microsoft Windows Forum.

Based on your query of how to install PowerShell. Well! You can try the following methods.

1.If Using Windows 10/11.

• PowerShell is already built in!
• To open it:
• Press Win + X → choose Windows PowerShell (or Terminal on newer builds).
• 
• Or search for PowerShell in the Start menu.

2.Using WinGet (Windows Package Manager).

• Open the Terminal (Windows Key + X, then select Terminal) or Command Prompt.
• Enter the following command.
• winget install --id Microsoft.PowerShell --source winget

3.Using the Microsoft Store.

• Open the Microsoft Store app.
• Search for "PowerShell".
• Look for the app published by Microsoft Corporation and click Get or Install. This method provides automatic updates.

You can also refer to the following articles for installing PowerShell on other OS.

• https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/powershell/scripting/install/install-debian?view=powershell-7.5
• https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/powershell/scripting/install/install-ubuntu?view=powershell-7.5
• https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/powershell/scripting/install/install-alpine?view=powershell-7.5

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