Angular developers seeking to leverage browser-specific functionalities within their Angular applications should pay attention to the nuances between versions 2.2.1 and 2.2.2 of @angular/platform-browser. Both versions serve as the bridge connecting the Angular framework to the web browser environment, offering essential tools for rendering and manipulating the Document Object Model (DOM).
The key difference lies in the peer dependencies. Version 2.2.1 necessitates @angular/core and @angular/common at version 2.2.1, while version 2.2.2 requires the same dependencies at version 2.2.2. This indicates that version 2.2.2 likely includes bug fixes, performance enhancements, or minor feature additions that necessitate corresponding updates in the core Angular framework and common utilities. Therefore, upgrading to @angular/platform-browser version 2.2.2 mandates ensuring that your project also utilizes @angular/core and @angular/common at version 2.2.2 to maintain compatibility and avoid potential runtime errors.
While the descriptions and other metadata like license, repository, and author remain consistent, the updated dependencies and newer release date (November 22, 2016, for 2.2.2 vs. November 17, 2016, for 2.2.1) suggest that version 2.2.2 is the preferred choice for new projects or existing applications seeking the latest stable iteration within the 2.2.x release line. Developers should consult the official Angular changelog or release notes for a comprehensive list of specific changes incorporated in version 2.2.2.
The are not vulnerabilities for the version 2.2.2 of the package @angular/platform-browser