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**Installing packages without root access**
Because normal users do not have sudo or root access, you may want to create a virtual environment or install into the home directory for your required software packages. Setting up a project like this will allow you to isolate project dependencies, prevent version conflicts, and ensure your environment is reproducible if sharing or collaboration is necessary.
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Because normal users do not have sudo or root access, you may want to create a virtual environment or install into the home directory for your required software packages. Setting up a project like this will allow you to isolate project dependencies, prevent version conflicts, and ensure your environment is reproducible if sharing or collaboration is necessary.
***Python Example***
Create a virtual environment:
```
python3 -m venv research1
```
Activate the environment:
```
source research1/bin/activate
```
Your current line should be prefixed with the environment name: