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@types/node version 16.18.14 is a minor update to the TypeScript definitions for Node.js, succeeding version 16.18.13. Both versions provide essential type information for developers using Node.js in TypeScript projects, enabling features like autocompletion, type checking, and improved code maintainability. Both packages are licensed under the MIT license, offering flexibility for developers. The update was released on March 2, 2023, a few days after the previous version dated February 26, 2023.

While both packages share the same number of files (119), the unpacked size of version 16.18.14 is slightly larger at 3,426,062 bytes compared to 3,425,482 bytes in version 16.18.13. This small size increase suggests that the update incorporates minor improvements and fixes to the type definitions. Developers upgrading to 16.18.14 can anticipate enhanced type accuracy and potentially better compatibility with the latest Node.js features and APIs. The absence of listed dependencies for both packages indicates that the core type definitions are self-contained. Developers should always review the DefinitelyTyped repository and associated changelogs when upgrading to understand the specific changes included in the update and ensure compatibility with their code. These type definitions make it easier to build scalable Javascript applications using modern tooling with the support of the Typescript language.