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Node Types
Full Node
A full node maintains a complete copy of the blockchain and validates all transactions and blocks. Full nodes:
- Verify all transactions and blocks
- Maintain the entire blockchain history
- Can serve data to other nodes
- Support the network’s decentralization
Archive Node
An archive node stores the complete history of all states and can serve historical queries. Archive nodes:
- Store all historical states
- Support historical queries at any block height
- Require significantly more storage
- Essential for block explorers and analytics
For complete network details including RPC endpoints, block explorers, and chain parameters, see:
- Testnet - Current testnet details
- Mainnet - Coming Soon
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Quick Start
For experienced operators who want to get started quickly:
- Check System Requirements
- Follow the Installation Guide
- Configure your node using Configuration Guide
- Speed up sync with Snapshots
- Monitor your node with Monitoring Guide
For network parameters and RPC endpoints, see Testnet Information. 
