Installing Docker on Windows

Prerequisites

Before proceeding, ensure that:

• You have WSL 2 installed on your Windows machine. If not, you can follow the manual installation steps provided by Microsoft.

Step 1: Install Docker Desktop

1. Download Docker Desktop Installer:

   • Visit the official Docker documentation to download the Docker Desktop installer for Windows.

   • Link: https://docs.docker.com/desktop/setup/install/windows-install/

2. Run the Installer:

   • Locate the downloaded installer in your Downloads folder and double-click to run it.

3. Follow Installation Prompts:

   • During the installation process, you may be prompted to enable the WSL 2 feature. Ensure that this option is selected to continue.

4. Complete Installation:

   • Once the installation is complete, Docker Desktop will prompt you to log in. You can create a Docker Hub account if you don't have one.

Step 2: Verify Docker Installation

1. Open a Terminal:

   • You can use PowerShell, Command Prompt

2. Run Verification Command:

   • Type the following command and press Enter:

       docker run hello-world
     

3. Check Output:

   • If Docker is installed correctly, you will see a message indicating that the Docker installation is working properly.

By following these steps, you can set up Docker on your Windows machine using WSL 2, providing a robust platform for containerized application development.