Python packages listed in PyPI

[Pete Forman]

Rayne <hjazz6 at ymail.com> writes:

> May I know if the Python packages listed on the PyPI page
> (https://pypi.python.org/pypi) are OS-independent? That is, do I
> download and install the same package on both Windows and Linux

The simple answer is yes. pip install will find the appropriate
implementation for your OS and version of Python.

If the package is pure Python then it will be the same across OS. If
there is some binary content then PyPI will deliver the correct wheel
(precompiled) or C/C++ source. The latter generally builds OOTB on
Linux but needs extra work on Windows as that does not bundle a
compiler.

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Pete Forman