Upgrade Python on a Mac

[MRAB]

Rey Bango wrote:
> Hi,
> 
> I'd like to upgrade the installed version of Python that came standard
> on OS X (Leopard) with either 2.6.1 or 3.0.1. Before I stick my foot
> in it, I just wanted to get a better understanding of the process.
> 
> If I download the disk image installer from here: http://www.python.org/download/
> will it allow me to upgrade my existing version or is it more involved
> (eg: making a new build).
> 
> I've looked through the python.org page for upgrade instructions for a
> Mac and haven't found it.
> 
> Any help would be appreciated.
> 
The current recommendation is 2.x until 3.x has reached 3.1, unless you
want to try out 3.0.1 so you're ready for when 3.1 arrives.