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What both publish
| Fact | nvm | rustup |
|---|---|---|
| License | nvm is distributed under the MIT License, permitting use, modification, distribution and sale subject to retaining notices. | The rustup repository is licensed under either Apache License 2.0 or the MIT license. |
| Purpose | nvm lets users install and use different Node.js versions from the command line. | rustup installs the Rust programming language from official release channels. |
| Security | The GitHub repository links to a security policy, but the README does not state a security certification or compliance standard. | rustup downloads over HTTPS but does not yet validate download signatures. |
| Support | The project states that only the latest nvm version is supported. | The rustup site directs users to the Rust community for help, and the rustup book points to the GitHub issue tracker for problems. |
nvm plans
- nvmFree
rustup plans
- rustupFree
Pick nvm if…
nvm suits developers who need to manage Node.js versions from the command line, including per-project version selection and CI/CD use. It is intended for per-user, per-shell installation.
Pick rustup if…
rustup suits Rust developers who need to install, update, or switch toolchains, or add targets for cross-compilation. It also fits users managing local Rust builds or components used by editors.