To set up an IOTA node, the following system requirements are recommended:

Minimum Hardware Requirements

• RAM: 8 to 12 GB
• CPU: Dual-core or better; ideally 4 cores or 4 vCPUs
• Storage: At least 25 GB of SSD storage (10 GB minimum for basic setups)
• Network: 24/7 internet connectivity with a public IP address

Recommended Software Environment

• Operating System:
  • Ubuntu (16 or 17) or CentOS for optimal performance
  • Any Linux distribution that supports Docker is acceptable

Additional Considerations

• Ensure that your node can handle the computational load, especially if you plan to support a higher transaction rate as the network grows.
• It's advisable to have multiple neighbors (7 to 9) connected to your node for better stability and performance.
• Regular updates and maintenance will be necessary to keep the node running efficiently and securely

1. Install Required Dependencies

Before starting the installation, ensure that Docker and Docker Compose are installed. If they are not installed, run the following commands:

# Install Docker
sudo apt-get update
sudo apt-get install apt-transport-https ca-certificates curl software-properties-common
curl -fsSL <https://download.docker.com/linux/ubuntu/gpg> | sudo apt-key add -
sudo add-apt-repository "deb [arch=amd64] <https://download.docker.com/linux/ubuntu> $(lsb_release -cs) stable"
sudo apt-get update
sudo apt-get install docker-ce

# Install Docker Compose
sudo curl -L "<https://github.com/docker/compose/releases/latest/download/docker-compose-$>(uname -s)-$(uname -m)" -o /usr/local/bin/docker-compose
sudo chmod +x /usr/local/bin/docker-compose

2. Clone the Hornet Repository

Clone the Hornet repository:

git clone <https://github.com/gohornet/hornet.git>
cd hornet

3. Configure the Settings