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How to Install Ansible on Windows
Install Ansible on Windows: Step-by-Step Guide
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3 min readOct 25, 2024
Ansible is a powerful tool for automating IT tasks such as managing servers, deploying applications, and configuring systems. However, since it's designed to run on Linux, installing it on a Windows machine requires a few extra steps. This guide will walk you through three methods to set up Ansible on Windows.
Prerequisites
- A Windows computer with administrator access.
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Method 1: Install Ansible Using WSL (Windows Subsystem for Linux)
The Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) allows you to run a Linux environment directly on Windows. By installing Ubuntu on WSL, you can use Linux tools like Ansible without a virtual machine.
Open PowerShell as Administrator:
- Press the Windows key, type
powershell, then select Run as administrator.
Install WSL and Ubuntu:
- In PowerShell, enter:
bash wsl --install - This installs WSL and…
