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 Node.js is an open-source, cross-platform JavaScript runtime environment.
 
-For information on using Node.js, see the [Node.js website][].
+For information on using Node.js, you can visit the [Node.js website][].
 
 The Node.js project uses an [open governance model](./GOVERNANCE.md). The
 [OpenJS Foundation][] provides support for the project.
 
-Contributors are expected to act in a collaborative manner to move
+Contributors are expected to act in a collaborative manner to move and grow
 the project forward. We encourage the constructive exchange of contrary
 opinions and compromise. The [TSC](./GOVERNANCE.md#technical-steering-committee)
 reserves the right to limit or block contributors who repeatedly act in ways