How to Install Node.js on CentOS 7
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Summary: Learn how to install Node.js on CentOS 7 in a few simple steps. Follow this guide to get Node.js up and running on your CentOS 7 server effortlessly.
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Node.js is a powerful JavaScript runtime built on Chrome’s V8 JavaScript engine, ideal for building scalable network applications. If you’re running CentOS 7 and want to install Node.js, here’s a step-by-step guide to help you through the process.
Step 1: Update System Packages
Before installing Node.js, ensure your system packages are up to date. Run the following command:
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Step 2: Install Node.js from the EPEL Repository
Node.js can be installed using the Extra Packages for Enterprise Linux (EPEL) repository. First, install the EPEL repository:
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Step 3: Install Node.js and npm
Once the EPEL repository is installed, you can proceed to install Node.js and npm (Node Package Manager) using the following command:
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This command will install both Node.js and npm on your CentOS 7 system.
Step 4: Verify Installation
After the installation is complete, you can verify that Node.js and npm are installed correctly by checking their versions:
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You should see the installed versions of Node.js and npm printed to the terminal.
Step 5: Additional Steps (Optional)
Depending on your requirements, you may need to install additional Node.js packages or global npm packages. You can do this using npm’s command-line interface.
Step 6: Start Using Node.js
With Node.js installed, you’re now ready to start building and running Node.js applications on your CentOS 7 server.
That’s it! You’ve successfully installed Node.js on CentOS 7. Enjoy developing with Node.js and building powerful applications.
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