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+# Hosters on the Mycelium Cloud
+
+Hosters provide storage, compute, and network capacity to the Mycelium Cloud. In return, they earn **SPORE tokens** for making reliable, sovereign infrastructure available.
+
+> Historically this role was called *ThreeFold Farming* and operators were called *farmers*. In the Mycelium context we refer to them as **hosters**.
+
+## How It Works
+
+As a **hoster**, you:
+
+1. **Deploy a Node (3Node)** – Connect suitable server hardware to the ThreeFold Grid.  
+2. **Run Zero-OS** – A self-healing operating system that manages the node for you.  
+3. **Provide Capacity** – Your node offers storage, compute, and network resources.  
+4. **Earn Rewards** – You earn SPORE when capacity is reserved and used.
+
+## Why Become a Hoster?
+
+Hosters earn **SPORE tokens** for providing resources that power Mycelium Cloud clusters, virtual data centers, and edge workloads.
+
+### 🌱 Simple & Autonomous
+
+- Deploy once and let it run.  
+- Minimal ongoing maintenance.  
+- Self-healing Zero-OS handles low-level operations.  
+- No deep sysadmin background required.
+
+### How Revenue Works
+
+When users rent your node's resources, the payment is split automatically:
+
+```mermaid
+graph LR
+    A[User Pays] --> B[80% to Hoster<br/>SPORE Tokens]
+    A --> C[10% Burned<br/>Increases SPORE Scarcity]
+    A --> D[10% Mycelium<br/>Development]
+```
+
+You get a direct share of every workload that runs on your capacity, while the burn and development portions strengthen the ecosystem over time.
+
+### 🌍 Make an Impact
+
+- Support decentralized internet infrastructure.  
+- Provide an alternative to centralized hyperscalers.  
+- Enable digital sovereignty and data privacy.  
+- Help build the peer‑to‑peer internet that Mycelium enables.
+
+## What You Need
+
+### Hardware Requirements
+
+**Minimum specs (rough guidance):**
+
+- Modern server or workstation.  
+- Multi‑core processor (4+ cores recommended).  
+- 8GB+ RAM (16GB+ recommended).  
+- 500GB+ SSD storage.  
+- Reliable network connection.
+
+**Or buy a pre‑built node:**
+
+- Certified 3Nodes are available from vendors.  
+- Plug‑and‑play for an easier start.  
+- Optimized for 24/7 operation and good power efficiency.
+
+### Other Requirements
+
+- ⚡ Reliable power supply.  
+- 🌐 Stable wired internet connection.  
+- 📍 Physical space for the hardware.  
+- 🔧 Basic technical comfort (especially if building your own).
+
+## Getting Started
+
+Ready to become a hoster? Follow this path:
+
+1. **[Buy or Build a Node](/hosters/buy-node)** – Choose your hardware option.  
+2. **[Set Up Your Node](/hosters/setup)** – Connect your 3Node to the grid and start hosting.  
+3. **Monitor & Earn** – Track utilization and rewards via the dashboard.
+
+:::tip First Time Hosting?
+If you're new to the ecosystem, starting with a pre‑built node from a trusted vendor is usually the smoothest path. You can always expand later with DIY hardware once you're comfortable.
+:::
+
+## The Hoster Journey
+
+Hosters form a global community that backs the grid and the Mycelium Stack:
+
+- Individuals running nodes at home or in small offices.  
+- Small businesses offering regional capacity.  
+- Data‑center operators scaling out full racks.  
+- Community initiatives building local digital infrastructure.
+
+Every hoster helps expand a more open, sovereign internet.
+
+## Resources
+
+- **Dashboard** – [dashboard.grid.tf](https://dashboard.grid.tf) – Manage your node(s) and capacity.  
+- **Technical Manual** – [manual.grid.tf/farmers/intro](https://manual.grid.tf/farmers/intro) – In‑depth setup/farming docs (original terminology).  
+- **Community Chat** – [t.me/threefold/1](https://t.me/threefold/1) – Ask questions and share experiences.  
+- **Forum** – [forum.threefold.io](https://forum.threefold.io) – Long‑form discussions and updates.
+
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+
+:::tip Next Step
+Once you're comfortable with the basics, explore **[Buy or Build a Node](/hosters/buy-node)** to pick the right hardware profile for your hosting strategy.
+:::