Node.js Installation and Setup

1. Introduction

Node.js is a JavaScript runtime built on Chrome's V8 JavaScript engine. It is used for building scalable network applications and is particularly well-suited for I/O-intensive tasks.

2. System Requirements

Before installing Node.js, ensure your system meets the following requirements:

• Operating System: Windows, macOS, or Linux
• Architecture: 32-bit or 64-bit
• Network: Internet connection for downloading Node.js

3. Installation Steps

Follow these steps to install Node.js on your operating system:

3.1. Windows and macOS

1. Go to the Node.js download page.
2. Download the installer for your operating system (Windows or macOS).
3. Run the installer and follow the instructions in the setup wizard.
4. Make sure to install the necessary tools when prompted, and enable the option to add Node.js to your PATH.

3.2. Linux

For most Linux distributions, Node.js can be installed using the package manager:

sudo apt update
sudo apt install nodejs npm

4. Verifying Installation

To confirm that Node.js and npm (Node Package Manager) were installed correctly, run the following commands in your terminal:

node -v
npm -v

This will display the installed versions of Node.js and npm respectively.

5. FAQ