Setting up your development environment shouldn't take all day. If you are looking for a fast, no-fluff guide to get Docker Desktop up and running on your Windows 10 or Windows 11 machine, this is the only guide you need.
Watch the full step-by-step video installation in 99 seconds:
Quick Installation Summary
If you prefer to follow along with the text, here are the exact steps covered in the video to complete a clean installation:
1. Download the Installer
- Open your browser and head over to the official Docker website by searching for "Docker Download".
- Select the standard Windows installer (or the ARM version if you are running an ARM-based machine).
2. Run the Configuration Wizard
- Once downloaded, double-click the installer executable file.
- Leave the default settings checked (ensuring WSL 2 components are enabled) and click OK.
- The installation process will begin immediately. Once finished, click Close.
3. Accept the Terms & Verify
- Open Docker Desktop from your desktop shortcut and click Accept on the Service Agreement.
- To ensure the Docker Engine is running perfectly, open your Command Prompt (CMD) and type the following command:
bash
docker --version
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