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slug: /hosters
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# Hosters on the Mycelium Cloud
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Hosters provide storage, compute, and network capacity to the Mycelium Cloud. In return, they earn **SPORE tokens** for making reliable, sovereign infrastructure available.
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> Historically this role was described as *farming* and operators were called *farmers* in the original grid ecosystem. In the Mycelium context we refer to them as **hosters**.
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## How It Works
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As a **hoster**, you:
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1. **Deploy a Node (3Node)** – Connect suitable server hardware to the decentralized grid that powers Mycelium Cloud.
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2. **Run Zero-OS** – A self-healing operating system that manages the node for you.
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3. **Provide Capacity** – Your node offers storage, compute, and network resources.
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4. **Earn Rewards** – You earn SPORE when capacity is reserved and used.
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## Why Become a Hoster?
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Hosters earn **SPORE tokens** for providing resources that power Mycelium Cloud clusters, virtual data centers, and edge workloads.
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### 🌱 Simple & Autonomous
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- Deploy once and let it run.
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- Minimal ongoing maintenance.
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- Self-healing Zero-OS handles low-level operations.
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- No deep sysadmin background required.
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### How Revenue Works
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When users rent your node's resources, the payment is split automatically:
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```mermaid
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graph LR
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A[User Pays] --> B[80% to Hoster<br/>SPORE Tokens]
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A --> C[10% Burned<br/>Increases SPORE Scarcity]
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A --> D[10% Mycelium<br/>Development]
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```
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You get a direct share of every workload that runs on your capacity, while the burn and development portions strengthen the ecosystem over time.
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### 🌍 Make an Impact
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- Support decentralized internet infrastructure.
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- Provide an alternative to centralized hyperscalers.
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- Enable digital sovereignty and data privacy.
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- Help build the peer‑to‑peer internet that Mycelium enables.
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## What You Need
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### Hardware Requirements
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**Minimum specs (rough guidance):**
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- Modern server or workstation.
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- Multi‑core processor (4+ cores recommended).
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- 8GB+ RAM (16GB+ recommended).
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- 500GB+ SSD storage.
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- Reliable network connection.
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**Or buy a pre‑built node:**
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- Certified 3Nodes are available from vendors.
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- Plug‑and‑play for an easier start.
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- Optimized for 24/7 operation and good power efficiency.
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### Other Requirements
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- ⚡ Reliable power supply.
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- 🌐 Stable wired internet connection.
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- 📍 Physical space for the hardware.
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- 🔧 Basic technical comfort (especially if building your own).
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## Getting Started
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Ready to become a hoster? Follow this path:
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1. **[Buy or Build a Node](/hosters/buy-node)** – Choose your hardware option.
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2. **[Set Up Your Node](/hosters/setup)** – Connect your 3Node to the grid and start hosting.
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3. **Monitor & Earn** – Track utilization and rewards via the dashboard.
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:::tip First Time Hosting?
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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.
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## The Hoster Journey
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Hosters form a global community that backs the grid and the Mycelium Stack:
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- Individuals running nodes at home or in small offices.
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- Small businesses offering regional capacity.
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- Data‑center operators scaling out full racks.
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- Community initiatives building local digital infrastructure.
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Every hoster helps expand a more open, sovereign internet.
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:::tip Next Step
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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.
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