Setting up on Windows

Windows provides two primary routes for using Vim: setting up Cygwin and providing a more Unix-like command-line experience, or installing gVim—a graphical version of Vim (which supports working with cmd.exe on Windows). I recommend installing both and picking your favorite: gVim feels slightly more at home on Windows (and it is easier to install), while Cygwin might feel more at home if you're used to the Unix shell.