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Npm is a JavaScript package manager designed for efficient dependency management in Node.js environments. It works with Node.js versions 18.17.0 or newer and is included in both official and third-party Node.js distributions for easy integration. Users can download npm directly or manage multiple installations using Node version managers. The npm ecosystem benefits from thorough documentation, community input channels, a bug tracker, and RFCs to enhance its API. Users can customize their npm setup to utilize alternative registries while adhering to specific terms for public registry usage. The project is actively developed and supported, as shown in its roadmap and service status updates.