# Hardware requirements

The indexNODE software is compatible with Windows Desktop, Mac, and Linux (64-bit) systems that are still being supported by their respective developers. 

VPS (Virtual Private Server) can be rented as a substitute for a dedicated machine for running the indexNODE software .

VPS provider can offer significantly better uptime than hosting at home, making it a more cost-effective option for some node license owners with poor internet connections or unreliable power sources.

Minimum Requirements: 

* 30 GB Disk Space (SSD) 
* 4 GB Ram 
* 3 CPU Cores 

A stable network connection Credits per indexNode uptime calculation: 100 Credits \* \[Uptime%]

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Calculation Examples based on 100 Credits \* \[Uptime%]

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