Bitcoin’s global network relies on distributed nodes for security and consensus.
🌎 Global Node Distribution
Total Nodes: 21,546 worldwide.
Top Locations:
🇺🇸 U.S. – 10.21%
🇩🇪 Germany – 6.07%
Privacy-Focused: 64% are geo-unidentified for enhanced anonymity.
🛠️ Technical Essentials
🔹 Minimum Requirements:
2 GB RAM, 1 TB HDD, 400 Kbps upload speed
🔹 Optimal Setup:
8 GB RAM, 1 TB SSD, 1 Gbps unmetered connection
🔹 Bitcoin Core Software:
Latest version recommended
Pruned mode available for storage under 7 GB
🔗 Node Functions
Full Nodes: Validate transactions & store the entire blockchain.
Mining Nodes: <1% of all nodes, add blocks to the chain.
Light Nodes: Mobile-friendly, verify headers for efficiency.
🚀 Why Run a Node?
✔ Enhance decentralization 🌍✔ Ensure privacy 🔒✔ Enforce Bitcoin network rules ✅
Bitcoin nodes are vital for network integrity and user autonomy, globally distributed to resist censorship and maintain decentralization. 🔥