Why does "python" command start a new cmd window?

[petersuter]

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CMD redirects PY code to new window that disappears

Hi Eyrk, It is going to take me about three weeks to digest and understand all the information you have given me. How did you learn so much? I was able to follow your suggestion and go to App-> Default Apps in Windows 11. It worked. I changed from “Python 3.1 with the bubble/squares symbol” to “Python with the Rocket ship”. Now, when I run my code it stays in the same CMD shell. I appreciate you and your friendship. Happy Thanksgiving. Ed