A Step-by-Step Guide to Installing Node.js and NPM on Windows and Mac

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 Node.js is a popular JavaScript runtime that allows you to build server-side applications, and NPM (Node Package Manager) is a tool that makes it easy to manage and share packages of code. Whether you're a developer or just getting started with programming, having Node.js and NPM installed on your computer is essential. In this guide, we'll walk you through the process of installing Node.js and NPM on both Windows and Mac operating systems.


Installing Node.js and NPM on Windows

Step 1: Download the Installer

  1. Go to the official Node.js website at nodejs.org.
  2. You'll see two versions: LTS (Long-Term Support) and Current. It's recommended to download the LTS version for stability.
  3. Click on the "LTS" version to download the installer for Windows.

Step 2: Run the Installer

  1. Locate the downloaded installer (usually in your Downloads folder) and double-click it to run.
  2. The installer will open. Click "Next" to begin the installation.
  3. Accept the license agreement and click "Next."
  4. Choose the installation location (the default location is usually fine) and click "Next."
  5. The installer will ask which components you want to install. Make sure "Node.js runtime" and "npm package manager" are selected. Click "Next."
  6. Click "Install" to start the installation.

Step 3: Verify the Installation

  1. Once the installation is complete, open your command prompt or PowerShell.
  2. Type node -v and press Enter. This should display the installed Node.js version.
  3. Similarly, type npm -v and press Enter to check the NPM version.

Node.js and NPM are now installed on your Windows system.

Installing Node.js and NPM on Mac

Step 1: Download the Installer

  1. Visit the official Node.js website at nodejs.org.
  2. Just like on Windows, you'll see two versions: LTS and Current. Choose the LTS version for Mac.
  3. Click on the "LTS" version to download the installer for macOS.

Step 2: Run the Installer

  1. Find the downloaded installer (likely in your Downloads folder) and double-click it.
  2. The installer will open. Click "Continue" to start the installation.
  3. Review the software license agreement and click "Continue." Then, click "Agree" to accept the terms.
  4. Choose the installation destination (the default location should be fine) and click "Install."
  5. You may be prompted to enter your administrator password. Do so and click "Install Software."

Step 3: Verify the Installation

  1. After installation is complete, open your terminal.
  2. Type node -v and press Enter. This should show you the installed Node.js version.
  3. Similarly, type npm -v and press Enter to verify the NPM version.

Node.js and NPM are now successfully installed on your Mac.

Congratulations, you've completed the installation process for Node.js and NPM on both Windows and Mac. You're now ready to start developing with Node.js and using NPM to manage packages for your projects. Happy coding!

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