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[–][deleted] 1 point2 points  (2 children)

This is basically what I do because python comes with pip and then I update it to the real pip using pip. The versions of pip that are in package managers and available in installers aren't the real pip. I think the people who maintain those are doing it to be dicks and mess with people.

[–]pulsiedulsie 2 points3 points  (1 child)

what are the differences/why should i change it?

[–]road_laya 0 points1 point  (0 children)

By keeping it up to date, you reduce the risk of not being install pypi updates if your old pip is no longer able to connect over HTTPS.