How is the vSphere Client installed?

The vSphere Client is primarily a Windows-based application, which is used to manage VMware vSphere environments. Installing it on a Windows machine allows users to connect to vCenter Server or ESXi hosts securely and efficiently. The Windows client provides a graphical interface to perform a wide range of tasks, including deploying virtual machines, configuring networking, managing resources, and monitoring performance, which are integral to effective virtualization management.

Although there may be web-based or alternative client solutions available, the specific focus of this question is on the standalone installation of the vSphere Client itself, which has historically been designed for Windows environments, making this the correct response. Other platforms, such as Linux or dedicated storage appliances, do not support the native installation of the vSphere Client.