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Node.js is an open-source JavaScript runtime environment. It helps in creating scalable applications which can be hosted on Nodejs hosting<\/a>. Node.js is accessible on Unix, Linux, macOS, and Windows. Windows is a popular operating system that many web developers use. For any developer, the installation process is a challenging part and therefore we have created this guide. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, we will be explaining how to install Node.js on Windows. We believe beginners will get valuable insights on it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Setting up the Node Development Environment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are different ways to install Node.js on a computer. The approach varies for different Node environments in the system because there is a different package installer in it. Either you can copy the source code and run in a command prompt and compile the application. Or you can clone the GIT repository in all three environments and then install on your system. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Downloading and Installing Node.js on Windows<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To set up Node.js on your Windows system, follow these steps to download and install the Node.js installer from the official Node.js website:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Downloading the Node.js \u2018.msi\u2019 installer.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Visit the official site of Node.js (https:\/\/nodejs.org\/en\/download\/<\/a>) and download the .msi file as per your system environment (32-bit & 64-bit). Installing the .msi installer is essential before proceeding further into the installation process on Windows. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"download<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Running the Node.js installer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Once the .msi installer is installed, install the node.js installer on your PC  with the following steps. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Double click on the .msi installer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Node.js Setup wizard will open on your system. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • In the Node.js Setup Wizard, click on \u201cNext.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n
    \n
    \"nodejs<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n
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    • You will be prompted to accept the End-User License Agreement (EULA) after clicking “Next”.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Select the check box of \u201cI accept the terms in the License Agreement\u201d and Select \u201cNext.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n
      \n
      \"end<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n
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      • Choose the right destination folder where all Node.js files will be installed. Click \u201cNext.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n
        \n
        \"destination<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n
          \n
        • Customize the setup and proceed further by clicking \u201cNext.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n
          \n
          \"customize<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

          Now, you are ready to install Node.js on your PC. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          • Installer will give the \u201cinstall tools for native modules\u201d prompt. Select \u201cInstall”<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n
            \n
            \"ready<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

            Don\u2019t close the installer window while the installation process is going on. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

              \n
            • Click on \u201cFinish\u201d once the Node.js setup is completed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n
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              \"finish<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

              Verification<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

              It is essential for website owners to check whether Node.js installation is successfully completed or not. For this, run the following command in command prompt or Windows PowerShell. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

              C:\\Users\\Admin> node \u2013v<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n
              \n
              \"command<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n
              If it is successfully completed, then the command prompt will print the installed version of node.js.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
              Or else, you have to manually enter the node path if it was not found. An error message will occur if you didn\u2019t receive it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
              Adding to the path:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
              While installing through the .msi installer, the Windows installer will take care of the system variables for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
              The system variable path for node.js should be set as follows if you install it using any other format:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
              PATH : C:\\Users\\{username}\\AppData\\Roaming\\npm C:\\Program Files\\{path to the nodejs folder}<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n
              for example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
              PATH : C:\\Users\\admin\\AppData\\Roaming\\npm C:\\Program Files\\nodejs<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n
              \n
              Note:<\/strong> The PATH is only loaded when a new command line session is launched, so restart the command line after adding it to the PATH.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
              Updating the Local npm version.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
              After Node.js is installed, update your local npm version (if necessary) – Node.js’ package manager. To update npm quickly, run the following command<\/p>\n\n\n\n
              npm install npm \u2013global \/\/ Updates the \u2018CLI\u2019 client <\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n
              System Requirements for Node.js Installation on Windows<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
              Before knowing the setup process, let’s review the prerequisites for running Node.js on your Windows system. To ensure a seamless installation and achieve optimal performance, verify that your system meets the following specifications:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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              • Operating System: Windows 7 or later<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Processor: 1 GHz or faster<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • RAM: 512 MB or more<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Disk Space: 200 MB or more<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                Conclusion<\/div>\n
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                If you are a Window OS user seeking to install Node.js on your system, follow this guide and the given configuration for a streamlined process.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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