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Bitcoin node guides
Start with the concept, choose a setup you can maintain, and follow the path through synchronization and optional public reachability. Running a node is optional and has storage, bandwidth and maintenance tradeoffs.
Understand
What Is a Bitcoin Node? Full and Pruned Nodes Explained
Understand what a Bitcoin full node validates, how it differs from mining and a wallet, and why a pruned node still validates the chain.
Bitcoin Node Privacy Basics and Public Reachability
Understand public node addresses, approximate IP geolocation, wallet connection choices and the limits of privacy claims about running a Bitcoin node.
Choose hardware
Bitcoin Node Hardware, Storage and Bandwidth Requirements
Plan SSD capacity, memory, internet usage and power for a Bitcoin node. Compare archival and pruned storage before buying hardware.
Raspberry Pi Bitcoin Node Guide
Plan a Raspberry Pi Bitcoin node with reliable SSD storage, cooling and power, then install Core and monitor sync without overpromising performance.
Mini PC Bitcoin Node Guide
Choose and set up a dedicated mini PC for Bitcoin Core, with SSD planning, operating system choices, sync monitoring and optional inbound reachability.