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+ title: "Install packages with `python -m pip`"
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+When trying to install a package via `pip`, it's recommended to invoke pip as a module: `python -m pip install your_package`.
+
+**Why would we use `python -m pip` instead of `pip`?**
+Invoking pip as a module ensures you know *which* pip you're using. This is helpful if you have multiple Python versions. You always know which Python version you're installing packages to.
+
+**Note**
+The exact `python` command you invoke can vary. It may be `python3` or `py`, ensure it's correct for your system.