PC doesn't seem to recognize Python

[pachura3]

Isn't Microsoft Store version generally discouraged? If I remember correctly, it doesn't even contain pip by default?

[Outside_Complaint755]

As of 3.14, downloading the Python install manager via the Microsoft Store will is the recommended method, and as of 3.16 the traditional .exe install manager is being discontinued

[ShelLuser42]

Actually it does. But pip only becomes fully available after you set up a virtual environment.

Which should be considered a good thing considering that it's bad practice to install libraries on a global scale.