I'm trying to install the latest version of Python on Debian 13, but whenever I run `sudo apt install python3`, I always get a message saying `python3 is already the newest version (3.13.5-1)`. As a newbie to Linux and Debian, I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong. Can anyone help me figure this out?
3 Answers
That's just how Debian works. You might want to check out the Backports site for newer versions. Just so you know, the most recent version they have there is 3.13.7.
The version you have is indeed the newest one available in Debian. For reference, other distros like Arch have 3.13.7-1 and versions like 3.14 or 3.15 are available elsewhere. If you're aiming for 3.14, you might need to install it manually.
You can choose to use backports, but just be cautious with it. If you're not sure what you're doing, it might be best to avoid it to prevent breaking dependencies.
I wasn't sure if it was installed because when I run `py --version`, I get a 'command not found' error. How do I install version 3.14 manually?