Downloading Visual Studio Code
This section will guide you through downloading the Visual Studio Code installer for Windows.
Navigating to the Download Page
- Open your web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, etc.).
- Go to the official Visual Studio Code download page: https://code.visualstudio.com/download
You should see a page similar to the screenshot below:
Selecting the Windows Installer
On the download page, locate the section for Windows. You'll see two options:
- User Installer: This is the recommended option for most users. It installs VS Code for your user account only and doesn't require administrator privileges.
- System Installer: This installs VS Code for all users on the computer and requires administrator privileges.
User Installer vs. System Installer
| Feature | User Installer | System Installer |
|---|---|---|
| Installation Scope | Current user only | All users on the computer |
| Admin Privileges | Not required | Required |
| Updates | User-specific updates | System-wide updates |
| Recommended For | Most beginners and general use cases | Environments where all users need VS Code |
Recommendation: For most beginners, the User Installer is the best choice. It's simpler to install and doesn't require administrator access.
Downloading the Installer
Click the User Installer button (the blue button) under the Windows section. Your browser will begin downloading the VSCodeUserSetup-{version}.exe file (where {version} represents the current version number).
For more information about Visual Studio Code, refer to the official documentation: https://code.visualstudio.com/docs
Expected Outcome for this step:
User will be able to navigate to the VS Code download page, identify the Windows installer, and understand the difference between User and System installers.
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