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Python
Python is an interpreted, interactive, object-oriented programming language and is often compared to Tcl and Perl. Python combines remarkable power with very clear syntax. It has modules, classes, exceptions, very high level dynamic data types, and dynamic typing.

Python 2
To install Python 2, do the following, depending on your Virtual Server O/S.

• FreeBSD & Solaris Python 2.0
  Connect to your Virtual Server via Telnet or SSH and run the following command:

   
  % vinstall python2 
  

• BSD/OS Upgrade!
  Python 2 is not available. Try Python 1 (below).

• Huh?
  If you don't know the Virtual Server O/S, try the following:

  • Which O/S Is Your Virtual Server Running?

Python 1
To install Python 1, connect to your Virtual Server via Telnet or SSH and do the following, depending on your Virtual Server O/S.

• FreeBSD & Solaris Python 1.5.2
  Run the following command:

   
  % vinstall python 
  

• BSD/OS Upgrade! Python 1.3
  Run the following command:

   
  % vinstall python 
  

More Information
For more information, see the following.

• Python Documentation
• FAQTS - Python Knowledge Base