# Introduction

Erigon is an efficient Ethereum implementation noted for its performance, modularity, and small disk footprint. Key features include modularity (for scalable RPC clusters), a BitTorrent solution for historical data, and OtterSync for quicker node synchronization. This makes it ideal for professionals needing performance, solo stakers on consumer hardware, and developers requiring a flexible, fast-syncing environment.

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[why-using-erigon](https://docs.erigon.tech/get-started/readme/why-using-erigon)
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<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th></th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><i class="fa-list-check">:list-check:</i></td><td><strong>Check System Requirements</strong></td><td>Verification and Preparation Checklist to install Erigon</td><td><a href="hardware-requirements">hardware-requirements</a></td></tr><tr><td><i class="fa-gear">:gear:</i></td><td><strong>Basic Usage</strong></td><td>The basic options for using Erigon</td><td><a href="../fundamentals/basic-usage">basic-usage</a></td></tr><tr><td><i class="fa-bolt">:bolt:</i></td><td><strong>Start your Ethereum node</strong></td><td>Quick Start: Running a Ethereum Node with Erigon</td><td><a href="easy-nodes/how-to-run-an-ethereum-node">how-to-run-an-ethereum-node</a></td></tr></tbody></table>

## Additional Resources and Information

* **Releases**: see <https://github.com/erigontech/erigon/releases>.
* **Docker image releases**:
  * New Docker Image Repository: Erigon images are now available on Dockerhub repository [erigontech/erigon](https://hub.docker.com/r/erigontech/erigon).
  * Multi-Platform Support: The docker image is built for linux/amd64/v2 and linux/arm64 platforms using Debian Bookworm.