Recently, the VPS and Mac that everyone has rented or bought are basically idle. Everyone can run this node. Although the funding is not very high, with $2.85 million raised, the hardware requirements are not too demanding. You can give it a try; detailed steps are at the end of the text.

Blockcast Network is a decentralized content distribution network (CDN) that reduces content distribution costs and improves efficiency through multicast technology and a node incentive mechanism using ISPs, 5G, satellites, and other networks, suitable for live streaming, gaming, remote education, and other scenarios.
Here is a brief guide to participating in the operation of Blockcast Network nodes:

1️⃣ Registration Preparation
- Visit the official website: https://t.co/jqBJ4gFxVh
- Register an account using your email
- Connect your Solana wallet on the profile page (it is recommended to use a new wallet)
- Link your Twitter and Discord accounts

2️⃣ Node Deployment
① Start the Docker service:
`sudo systemctl start docker`

② Clone the code repository:
`git clone https://t.co/7tUGPdW3Dm`

③ Enter the directory:
`cd beacon-docker-compose`

④ Install and run:
`docker compose up -d`

3️⃣ Node Registration
① Obtain device information:
`docker compose exec blockcastd blockcastd init`
(Copy the displayed Hardware ID and Challenge Key)

② Return to the official website to register the node:
Enter the obtained Hardware ID and Challenge Key

4️⃣ Status Check
- Check the running status:
`docker compose ps`
- Monitor logs:
`docker logs -f blockcastd`