Node.js v18.0 for Linux x64

Node.js is an open-source, cross-platform JavaScript runtime environment that executes JavaScript code outside a browser. Created by Ryan Dahl in 2009, Node.js is designed for high-performance web servers and network applications. It is built on the V8 JavaScript engine from Google Chrome and supports various operating systems, including Windows, Linux, Unix, and macOS. Node.js features an event-driven, non-blocking I/O model, making it ideal for handling numerous concurrent connections, which is beneficial for real-time applications like online games, chat applications, and real-time communication services. Its modular architecture and npm (Node Package Manager) support code sharing and reuse, enhancing the Node.js ecosystem. Besides server-side development, Node.js is also used for building toolchains, desktop applications, and IoT devices. Its ability to handle file systems, databases, and network requests enables developers to write full-stack applications in JavaScript, improving development efficiency. Major organizations such as Netflix, PayPal, and Walmart utilize Node.js to boost application performance and streamline development processes.