title: No default bytecode compilation of Python code on Windows?
body: <p>I just ran into this <a href="https://stackoverflow.com/questions/12376188/should-i-compile-py-files-to-byte-code-after-installation">SO question</a> and I'm baffled. I'd say I have a fair experience with Python, but only on *nux(-like) OSes and I thought bytecode compilation was a given. </p>
  
  <p>I'm obviously missing something here: was something happening behind the curtain I didn't know about on my OSes, like some configuration defaults ? Is it only on Windows and then, why? Is there any reason why <em>not</em> to compile to bytecode? </p>
  
  <p>Thanks a lot in advance for any opinion, I'm very curious.</p>