R is both a programming language and a software environment geared toward statistical computing and associated graphics. R has a clean syntax, providing access to a large set of statistical packages, publicly available for free use.
We can add the R engine to our Jupyter installation using Anaconda Navigator or the command line.
R is included with the R Studio option in Anaconda Navigator, as shown in this partial screenshot:
As noted in the screen, the R Studio installation includes R essentials and Notebooks (Notebook engine support).
Note
This screenshot shows R after it has been installed (see the Launch
button). Whereas before it is installed, the rstudio graphic icon will display in Anaconda Navigator with an Install
button.
Once you select the Install
button, Anaconda will automatically install R in your environment and bring you back to the Navigator screen, now showing the Launch
button as shown in the...