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Empower the New Internet: Why You Should Host a Node

The internet as we know it has become centralized, fragile, and monopolized by a few powerful corporations. This model compromises privacy, limits innovation, and leaves us vulnerable to data breaches, censorship, and control. ThreeFold is building a new internet—one that is decentralized, secure, and people-powered. By hosting a node, you can become a vital part of this revolutionary shift.


The Problem with the Current Internet

  • Centralization: A handful of companies control most of the internets infrastructure and data, leading to monopolistic practices.
  • Data Exploitation: Your personal data is harvested, stored, and monetized without your control.
  • Fragility: Centralized systems are prone to outages, censorship, and cyberattacks, risking global disruption.
  • Environmental Impact: Traditional data centers consume vast amounts of energy, contributing to climate change.

What is ThreeFold?

ThreeFold is a decentralized internet infrastructure built on independent, self-healing nodes hosted by individuals and organizations worldwide. This peer-to-peer network forms the foundation for a more secure, private, and sustainable internet. ThreeFold enables applications, storage, and blockchain services to run without reliance on centralized servers, ensuring true digital sovereignty.


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Why Host a Node?

Hosting a node is your way to contribute to a better internet while earning rewards. Heres why it matters:

  1. Decentralization: Each node helps distribute the internets infrastructure, reducing dependence on centralized entities and ensuring global resilience.

  2. Privacy: Data hosted on ThreeFold nodes remains private and encrypted, empowering individuals and businesses to take control of their information.

  3. Sustainability: ThreeFold nodes are energy-efficient, reducing the environmental footprint compared to traditional data centers.

  4. Earn Rewards: As a node host, you earn ThreeFold Tokens (TFT), a cryptocurrency used within the ThreeFold ecosystem.


How to Host a Node

Getting started is simple. Choose the option that works for you:

  1. Buy a Plug-and-Play Node: Get a ready-to-go device that you can set up at home or in your office.
  2. Use Existing Hardware: Turn your current servers or devices into ThreeFold nodes by installing the software.
  3. Partner with ThreeFold: Collaborate with the community to host nodes at scale and grow the network.

Join the Movement

The internet is a critical resource for humanity, and its future depends on us. By hosting a node, you become part of a global network dedicated to creating a fairer, more inclusive, and sustainable digital world. Join the movement and help power the new internet with ThreeFold.