Node.js v8.1.1 for Linux PPC64LE

Node.js is an open-source, cross-platform JavaScript runtime environment designed to execute JavaScript code outside of a browser. Established in 2009 by Ryan Dahl, Node.js aims to provide a high-performance platform for web servers and network applications. It utilizes the V8 JavaScript engine from Google Chrome and operates on various operating systems, including Windows, Linux, Unix, and Mac OS X. Node.js features an event-driven, non-blocking I/O model, making it ideal for handling numerous concurrent connections. This capability is particularly useful for real-time applications such as online games, chat applications, and live communication services. Additionally, Node.js supports modular architecture through npm (Node Package Manager), facilitating code sharing and reuse within the community, which enhances its ecosystem. Beyond server-side development, Node.js is also employed in building toolchains, desktop applications, and IoT devices. It can manage file systems, databases, and network requests, allowing developers to create full-stack applications with JavaScript, thus improving development efficiency. Major organizations like Netflix, PayPal, and Walmart have adopted Node.js for its performance benefits, streamlined development processes, and responsiveness to market demands.