Docker is a development platform that you can use to build, run, and share containerized applications. Docker supports Docker Desktop for Windows, based on Microsoft support lifecycle for Windows 10 operating system.
Before you begin
Ensure that you have access to Docker Hub.
Procedure
Download Docker Desktop for Windows from Docker Hub.
The installer file downloads to your Downloads folder.
To run the installer, double-click the Docker Desktop Installer.exe file.
Tip:
You can run the installer file from the recent downloads bar at the bottom of your web browser.
The initial setup can take 5 to 10 minutes to complete.
On the Configuration page, do the following:
Select the Enable required Windows Features check box.
Select the Add shortcut to desktop check box.
Clear the Use Windows containers instead of Linux containers check box.
By default, this check box is not selected.
Click Ok.
After the installation is complete, click Close and restart.
Result
Your desktop displays the Docker Desktop icon, which indicates that the application is now installed.
