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This repository provides two different approaches for running an Ethereum Sepolia testnet node.
Method 1: Systemd + UFW (Native) -> Here
Method 2: Docker Compose + Nginx + Certbot (Containerized) -> Here
| Feature | Systemd + UFW | Docker + Nginx + Certbot |
|---|---|---|
| Resource Usage | Higher (can use more than 16GB+ cache) | Lower (~26GB managed) |
| Setup Complexity | Simple | Complex |
| SSL/HTTPS | Manual | Automated |
| Updates | Manual | docker compose pull |
| Isolation | System-level | Container-level |
| External Access | Basic | Professional |
Pros: Simpler setup, direct system access, no container overhead Cons: Higher memory usage, manual updates, no SSL automation, aggressive caching
Pros: Better resource control, easy deployment, automated SSL, professional setup Cons: Complex architecture, learning curve, container dependencies
Systemd → Simple setup, don't mind high memory usage. Docker → Better resource management, professional deployment, external HTTPS access.
- Ubuntu/Debian system
- 1TB SSD (NVMe Preferred)
- 16GB+ RAM (systemd can be very memory hungry)
- Basic Linux administration knowledge
- Domain name (Docker method only)