How do I resolve a 'permission denied' error during Python installation?

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How do I resolve a 'permission denied' error during Python installation?
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If you encounter a 'permission denied' error, try running the installation command with administrator privileges (e.g., using 'sudo' on Linux/macOS or running the command prompt as an administrator on Windows). Alternatively, you can adjust the file permissions of the installation directory.