Installing Docker

Setting Up Docker

Docker runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux. Installation varies by platform.

Installation

  Windows/macOS:
  1. Download Docker Desktop from docker.com
  2. Run the installer
  3. Restart your computer
  4. Launch Docker Desktop

  Linux (Ubuntu/Debian):
  $ sudo apt-get update
  $ sudo apt-get install docker.io
  $ sudo systemctl start docker
  $ sudo systemctl enable docker
  $ sudo usermod -aG docker $USER
  (log out and back in for group change to take effect)

Verify Installation