Download and Install Node Js

• Downloading and installing Node.js is a straightforward process. Here's a step-by-step guide for downloading and installing Node.js on your system:

For Windows:

• Visit the Node.js Website: Go to the official Node.js website at (https://nodejs.org/).

• Download LTS Version: On the homepage, you'll see two versions: LTS (Long Term Support) and Current. It's recommended to download the LTS version for stable releases.
• Click on the "LTS" button to download the LTS version.

• Run the Installer:
• Once the installer is downloaded, run the executable file (e.g., `node-v14.17.5-x64.msi`).
• Follow the on-screen instructions in the Node.js Setup Wizard.

• Accept License Agreement:
• Read and accept the license agreement.
• Click "Next" to proceed.

• Choose Installation Options:
• You can leave the default settings as they are.
• Click "Next."

• Select Destination Folder:
• Choose the destination folder where Node.js will be installed.
• Click "Next."

• Install:
• Click "Install" to start the installation process.

• Complete Installation:
• Once the installation is complete, click "Finish."

• Verify Installation:
• Open a command prompt or PowerShell window.
• Type `node -v` and press Enter. This should display the installed Node.js version.
• Type `npm -v` and press Enter. This should display the installed npm version.

For macOS:

• Visit the Node.js Website:
• Go to the official Node.js website at (https://nodejs.org/).

• Download LTS Version:
• On the homepage, you'll see two versions: LTS (Long Term Support) and Current. It's recommended to download the LTS version for stable releases.
• Click on the "LTS" button to download the LTS version.

• Run the Installer:
• Once the installer is downloaded, open the package file (e.g., `node-v14.17.5.pkg`).
• Follow the on-screen instructions in the Node.js Installer.

• Accept License Agreement:
• Read and accept the license agreement.
• Click "Continue."

• Choose Installation Location:
• Leave the default installation location as it is.
• Click "Install."

• Enter Password:
• Enter your system password when prompted.
• Click "Install Software."

• Complete Installation:
• Once the installation is complete, click "Close."

• Verify Installation:
• Open a terminal window.
• Type `node -v` and press Enter. This should display the installed Node.js version.
• Type `npm -v` and press Enter. This should display the installed npm version.

• Now, you have Node.js and npm installed on your system, and you're ready to start building Node.js applications.