Git for Windows is a version of the Git distributed version control system specifically designed for the Windows operating system. It provides a Unix-like environment through tools such as Git Bash, which offers a command-line interface for Git operations. Git for Windows integrates well with native Windows tools and applications, allowing users to manage their version control tasks seamlessly. It includes Git itself, as well as tools for managing Git repositories, such as Git GUI for visual interactions and integration with editors and IDEs. Git for Windows is essential for developers working on Windows who need to perform version control tasks, collaborate on projects, and track changes in their codebases.