** Understanding npm and npx: A Guide to Efficient Package Management
npm (Node Package Manager) and npx (Node Package Execute) are two essential tools for managing packages in Node.js projects. While they serve similar purposes, their functions differ. npm is a package manager that installs, updates, and removes packages, making it suitable for long-term project dependencies. On the other hand, npx is a tool that temporarily installs packages to execute specific commands or scripts.
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