Version Details and Security Vulnerabilities

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@types/node

16.18.0

Comparision Betweeen 16.18.0 and 16.11.68

Identify the differences between the current version of the package and the previous one.

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Dependencies

Dev Dependencies

Peer Dependencies

Distributed Files

119

Unpacked Size

3.26 MB

Version 16.18.0 Details

The @types/node package provides TypeScript definitions for Node.js, crucial for developers using TypeScript to build Node.js applications. Version 16.18.0 and version 16.11.68 are both part of the 16.x series, offering type information aligning with Node.js version 16. While both share the same license (MIT) and repository, several subtle differences exist which can impact development. The newer version, 16.18.0, was released on October 23, 2022, while the older version, 16.11.68, was released on October 18, 2022.

One notable difference is the unpacked size. Version 16.18.0 has an unpacked size of 3,421,859 bytes, slightly larger than version 16.11.68's 3,418,282 bytes. This increase suggests added or updated type definitions within the newer version, possibly reflecting additions to the Node.js API or improved accuracy in existing definitions. Developers upgrading should consider this small size increase.

Both versions maintain the same file count (119) within the distributed package, suggesting the core structure and organization of type definition files remained constant. However, the updated release date of the newer version signifies potential bug fixes, refinements, or support for newer Node.js features introduced between October 18th and October 23rd, 2022. Therefore, for the most up-to-date and accurate type information, developers are generally encouraged to utilize the latest stable version, which in this case is version 16.18.0. This ensures compatibility and reduces potential type-related errors when working with Node.js in TypeScript projects.

Security Vulnerabilities

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