How to Install EtherCalc on Windows 11

ethercalc.net is a web-based spreadsheet program that allows multiple users to collaborate on a document. To use EtherCalc on Windows 11, we need to install the software on your computer. Here is a tutorial to guide you through the installation process.

Step 1: Download Node.js

EtherCalc is built on Node.js, so we need to install it first.

1. Visit the Node.js downloads page and select the "Recommended For Most Users" option.
2. Download the appropriate installer for your system (Windows Installer).
3. Double-click the downloaded file and follow the installation instructions.

Step 2: Install EtherCalc

Now that we have Node.js installed, we can install EtherCalc.

1. Open a Command Prompt window as an administrator.

• Click the Windows start button.
• Type "cmd" in the search bar.
• Right-click the "Command Prompt" application and select "Run as administrator".

2. In the Command Prompt, type the following command and press enter:

npm install -g ethercalc

This will download and install EtherCalc. 3. After the installation is complete, run the server with the following command:

ethercalc

4. This will start the EtherCalc server. You can then access it by opening a web browser and going to http://localhost:8000/.

Step 3: Use EtherCalc

Once you have EtherCalc running, you can create or open a document, and it will be stored on your computer. You can then share the document with others by providing them with a link to the document.

Conclusion

That's it! You have successfully installed EtherCalc on your Windows 11 computer. You can now use it to create, collaborate on, and share your spreadsheets with others.

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