Version Details and Security Vulnerabilities

@angular/platform-browser is a crucial Angular library enabling Angular applications to run seamlessly within web browsers. Versions 6.0.5 and 6.0.6 are relatively close, but examining their differences reveals important insights for developers. While both versions share identical descriptions, dependencies (tslib at ^1.9.0), license (MIT), repository, and author, the key differentiators lie in their peerDependencies, dist attributes, and release dates.

Version 6.0.5 relies on @angular/core and @angular/common at version 6.0.5, whereas version 6.0.6 requires @angular/core and @angular/common at version 6.0.6. This signals a potential update to core Angular functionalities and associated common modules that developers should be mindful of when upgrading. Check the release notes for those core and common modules.

The dist object also shows subtle changes. Version 6.0.6 has an unpacked size of 2400248 bytes compared to 2397648 bytes for version 6.0.5, suggesting minor additions or modifications to the bundled code. The fileCount remains the same at 179. Finally, version 6.0.6 was released on June 20, 2018, a week, roughly, after version 6.0.5, released on June 13, 2018.

Developers considering upgrading from 6.0.5 to 6.0.6, or starting a new project, should check the compatibility with their existing code and be aware of the updates in @angular/core and @angular/common. The slight increase in unpacked size might indicate minor improvements, bug fixes, or new features. Examining the Angular changelog specifically for these associated core and common modules is vital to understand the full scope of the update, including any potential breaking changes or performance enhancements, to ensure a smooth upgrade and optimal application performance.