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Distribute standalone apps via website

Internal enterprise apps

Offer paid software downloads

Freemium or subscription models

Prototyping and client demos

Enhanced Node.js and Chromium support

Better packaging and installer options

Improved cross-platform testing tools

Integration with modern frontend frameworks

Community-driven plugins and extensions

Performance-critical desktop apps

Apps requiring deep OS integration (drivers, low-level APIs)

Apps needing extensive community support/resources

Large-scale enterprise apps where Electron may be preferred

Projects without web/Node.js knowledge

NW.js is a framework for building desktop apps with web technologies.

Combines Chromium and Node.js for full-stack access.

Supports cross-platform deployment on Windows, macOS, and Linux.

Ideal for web developers transitioning to desktop apps.

Lightweight alternative to Electron with direct Node.js integration.

Is NW.js free?

Yes - MIT license.

Does it support multiple platforms?

Yes - Windows, macOS, Linux.

Can I use frontend frameworks?

Yes - React, Vue, Angular, Svelte, etc.

Is NW.js suitable for production apps?

Yes - widely used for lightweight desktop apps.

Do I need Node.js knowledge?

Yes - NW.js apps require Node.js for desktop functionality.