# Downloading and  Installing Git Bash

## Git Bash

Git Bash is **an application for Microsoft Windows environments that provides an emulation layer for a Git command line experience**.

Git Bash has the same operations as a standard Bash experience along with git commands for version control management.

## Downloading Git Bash

1. Go to  <https://git-scm.com/downloads> and download git bash.

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2\. Run the .exe file and install git bash with recommended settings.

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3\. Restart the PC and open Git Bash from the start menu.

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4\. After running Git Bash a terminal like this should appear.

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