Understanding node.js. Node.js has generally caused two reactions in people I've introduced it to.
Basically people either "got it" right away, or they ended up being very confused. If you have been in the second group so far, here is my attempt to explain node: It is a command line tool. Installing and Running node.js applications within IIS on Windows - Are you mad? How to install Cygwin. Cygwin is a Unix-like environment for windows.
It can be obtained from: www.cygwin.comBelow are notes on how to install and setup cygwin for access to group computers.Installation Notes:Download setup.exe from www.cygwin.com.Run application from your local harddrive.Chose next on first screen.Select "Install from Internet" and click next. Enter preferred installation (Root) directory and click next. Enter a temporary installation directory and click next. Select "Direct Connection" and click next. Select a download site and click next. How to Install Node.js. Node.js v0.8.19 Manual. The Node Beginner Book » A comprehensive Node.js tutorial.