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Setup

Installing Docker Desktop

Download and install Docker Desktop for your OS.

Once installed, run Docker Desktop. When Docker Desktop is up and running, you should see a dashboard like this:

Docker Desktop can be closed and it should continue running in the background.

WSL

If you're using Windows Subsystem for Linux, be sure to enable the integration for WSL in your Docker Desktop settings (Settings > Resources > WSL Integration).

Updating Docker Desktop

You can check for updates by going to Settings > Software updates > Check for updates.

Troubleshooting

Docker Desktop stuck on starting

If Docker Desktop is stuck on starting after an update or system reboot, try the following:

  1. Uninstall Docker Desktop
  2. Restart computer
  3. Reinstall Docker Desktop