2026 Linux Admin - Using the Python Package Installer for Python (PIP)
In this video, I break my own rule and install software without using the system package manager… on purpose. I show how to use pip to install a few fun Python tools like cowsay, pyjokes, and asciiquarium, and explain why this approach is risky on real servers and why you normally want to stick with your distro’s package manager.
Here’s what I do in this session:
I installed pip so I can then install things with it.
Use pip install cowsay to add a Python version of the classic cowsay program, then run cowsay -t "Hello" from the terminal.
Install pyjokes with pip, run pyjokes/pyjoke on the command line, and then pipe the output into cowsay with commands like:
cowsay -t "$(pyjokes)" for a talking ASCII cow that tells programming jokes.
Install asciiquarium with pip, then run it to display a fun animated ASCII aquarium in the terminal.
I also use this as a teaching moment to explain:
Why installing with pip at the system level can be harder to patch, update, and audit than using dnf/yum or other package managers.
This video is great for:
Linux and Python learners who want to see how pip works from the command line.
People studying for Linux certifications who need to understand package managers, alternative install methods, and their trade-offs.
Yes, we’re installing silly things like cows and aquariums—but the lessons about package management and update hygiene are very real. Like, comment, and subscribe for more Linux, Python, and sysadmin walkthroughs.
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1 sudo dnf install pip
2 sudo yum provides pip
3 pip -V
4 clear
5 pip install cowsay
6 cowsay -t Hello
7 pip install pyjokes
8 pyjokes
9 pyjoke
10 clear
11 cowsay -t "$(pyjokes)"
12 cowsay -t "$(pyjoke)"
13 pip install asciiquarium
14 clear
15 asciiquarium
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