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We have had almost 2000 new $DGB full node core wallets join the DigiByte blockchain in the last week! Welcome everyone & Thank you everyone for making DGB more decentralized! digibyte.io/downloads Here is a list of common questions I have received this past week: Q: Can I start and stop the node at any time? A: Yes, you can start and stop the core wallet node whenever you like. When you restart it, it will pick up from where it left off & sync what its missed, so there's no need to leave it running continuously. The idea is just let it run in background while you use your computer as normal to help support the network. Q: How fast of an internet connection do I need? A: You don’t need a super-fast connection. A stable broadband connection is sufficient for running a DigiByte node. Generally, a connection with around 10 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload is more than adequate. The key is consistent connectivity and low latency rather than high speeds. Q: Do I need to get a new computer? A: No, you don't need a new computer. If your desktop/laptop has less than 16GB of RAM, it will likely be much cheaper to simply upgrade your RAM to at least 16GB—or even 32GB ram. This upgrade may cost between $50 and $150 depending on your RAM type. Also, ensure your operating system is up to date. Q: How long will it take to sync DigiByte Core wallet? A: Syncing DigiByte Core generally takes between 1 to 3 days, depending on your hardware and internet connection. In contrast, Bitcoin syncing can take much longer (weeks) due to its significantly larger blockchain size and increased data complexity. Start it and let it run overnight. Q: Can you run a full node on a mobile wallet? A: No, a full node requires too many resources to run on a mobile wallet. Although Satoshi’s original Bitcoin white paper mentioned SPV (Simplified Payment Verification) wallets, many of these are no longer maintained. Running a core full node is recommended because it’s the reference implementation for the network. Q: Are there any staking or rewards for keeping a node open? A: No, there are no staking rewards. DigiByte operates entirely on a proof-of-work system, so running a node does not earn staking rewards. Q: Can I mine DigiByte? A: Yes, you can mine DigiByte; however, it now requires specialized ASIC hardware and the expertise to connect your miner to a pool and optimize settings. Mining today involves competing against large-scale operations with substantial investments, so expect a significant upfront cost in thousands of dollars. Q: Why does my node keep stopping? A: If your node stops unexpectedly, it’s likely due to insufficient RAM or an outdated operating system (for example, Windows 7). Check your resource usage in Task Manager to confirm you have enough RAM and are running a supported OS. Q: How do I set up a pruned node, and what are the benefits or drawbacks? A: You can set up a pruned DigiByte node by adding prune=550 to your digibyte.conf file. This limits the blockchain data stored on disk to 550 megabytes. The benefit is lower storage requirements while still relaying and verifying transactions in real time; the drawback is that you won’t have access to the full blockchain history. Q: Can antivirus software block DigiByte Core? A: Yes, many antivirus programs may mistakenly flag DigiByte Core as suspicious and block its operations. To prevent this, add DigiByte Core to your antivirus exception list, or turn it off to run DGB core. Q: Do I need to ensure port 12024 is open? A: Yes, port 12024 is the default port for DigiByte Core and must be open to allow proper network communication. On Windows, you can create inbound and outbound rules for this port in Windows Firewall, and if you're behind a router, verify your port forwarding configuration. Q: Can I run DigiByte Core on a Raspberry Pi? A: Yes, you can run DigiByte Core on a Raspberry Pi as long as it has at least 8GB of RAM. However, you must set up swap space with up to 4GB of virtual RAM to ensure smooth operation. Setting Up Swap Space on a Raspberry Pi:Open the swap configuration file: sudo nano /etc/dphys-swapfile Change the line (for example) from CONF_SWAPSIZE=100 to: CONF_SWAPSIZE=4096 Save the file and exit the editor. Restart the swap service by running: sudo systemctl restart dphys-swapfile Verify the swap space is active using: free -h

To those wondering, yes the #DigiByte #blockchain is still humming along! $DGB has no company to go bankrupt, no employees to fire & no business to shut down. Pure, true decentralization that will turn 10 years old in Jan. 2024! It will survive just as long as #Bitcoin does. 👍