install docker image

This article will guide you through a step-by-step process of how to install a Docker image. The process is quite straightforward, but it’s crucial to follow the instructions carefully to have a successful installation.

Introduction

Docker images are the basis of containers. In layman terms, Docker image is a lightweight, stand-alone, executable package that includes everything needed to run a piece of software, including the code, a runtime, libraries, environment variables, and config files. Let’s delve into the step by step guide on how to install a Docker image.

Step 1: Install Docker

Initially, you must have Docker installed on your system. Visit Docker’s official site (https://www.docker.com/products/docker-desktop) and download the appropriate version for your operating system (either Windows, macOS, or Linux). Follow the installation instructions provided.

Step 2: Open the Docker Application

After installation, open the Docker application to ensure it’s running properly. On the Docker Desktop dashboard, you should see the status indicating “Docker Desktop is running.”

Step 3: Search for your Preferred Docker Image

Go to Docker Hub’s official website (https://hub.docker.com/). Here you can search for any image you’d want to install. For instance, if you’re going to install the Ubuntu image, just type ‘Ubuntu’ in the search box.

Step 4: Pull the Docker Image

Once you’ve located your preferred image on Docker Hub, go back to Docker on your local system. Open the command line interface (CMD) if you are on Windows or Terminal if you are on MacOS or Linux, then pull the configuration of the Docker image using the docker pull command followed by the name of the Docker image. For example, to install the Ubuntu Docker image, type docker pull ubuntu and hit ‘Enter.’

Step 5: Verify the Docker Image Installation

After pulling the Docker image, it’s recommended to verify the install. You can check it using the docker images command. If the image has been installed successfully, it will be listed in the Docker images on your system.

And that’s the end of the guide. If you followed all the steps correctly, you should now have successfully installed a Docker image on your system, and you are ready to start using it.

Remember, practice makes perfect. Don’t hesitate to install different Docker images to master the process and improve your Docker capabilities.