Instruction: Explain the difference between npm and npx in the context of Node.js.
Context: This question is designed to test the candidate's knowledge of Node.js package management and the tools provided for executing Node packages.
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npm is essentially a package manager for Node.js that allows developers to install, share, and manage dependencies in their projects. When we talk about npm, we're referring to a tool that helps us handle packages defined in the package.json file of any Node.js project. npm also provides a registry where these packages live and can be shared with the broader developer community. This makes it easier to incorporate various libraries and tools into our projects without needing to reinvent the wheel.
On the other hand, npx is a package execution tool...
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