I had some extra computers lying around and thought I'd spin up an #ethereum node to learn about it.
Compared to spinning up a #bitcoin node, it wasn't pretty. Clunky, complicated, and risky--not a combo you want to see for decentralization.
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For Bitcoin, recommended hardware = RPi + 1TB drive (~$200). Umbrel OS is probably easiest setup, which means flashing a drive, plugging in, and turning on. After 2-3 day IBD, you're done.
For Eth, recommended hardware = Intel NUC+2TB drive = $900. DAppNode appeared to be Eth.org's version of Umbrel (ie easy setup), but running through the install was *more* difficult than building a Monero node from the command line. After that, it's 5-7 day IBD.