Klein: Install Blockchain Nodes with Just a Click!
Blockchain technology emerged due to the fragility of centralized systems. Today, it is becoming more and more important for people as the technology is becoming more common. However, barriers such as complex interfaces and high technical knowledge requirements make it difficult for many to be part of these free and open systems.
Setting up nodes, a critical component of the blockchain world, is just one of these obstacles.
And so, we at node101 are proud to introduce Klein — a node management application that prioritizes user experience and data ownership. Klein is a public good to serves the interchain communities and beyond.
Klein’s primary goal is to enable everyone to experience blockchain and be part of blockchains. Klein aims to connect people to blockchains in the same way that modems connect people to the internet.
You can now launch, update, and manage your own node — on +25 Cosmos SDK chains — with just a few clicks!
Download Klein right now and get started now.
You can visit our GitHub to learn how Klein is built.
Distributed and decentralized — these are the core tenets of blockchain technology and our culture. With Klein, more users can now actively contribute to and participate in keeping their networks healthy and secure.
Importance of Nodes & Active Participation
Nodes are critical building blocks of all blockchain networks. Each node holds a copy of the blockchain and constantly shares information with other network nodes. This structure creates a decentralized, secure, and resilient network.
Nodes perform various mission-critical tasks, from confirming and validating transactions to defending the network against potential attacks. The more people join the network by running a node, the more healthy and secure a blockchain network is.
Running a node allows individuals to participate and contribute to the network actively. Not just a Hodler — but a critical part of the community who is actively ensuring the network stays safe, secure, and healthy for every other Hodler.
However, node installation and management is a complex and labor-intensive process. The lack of user interfaces in the market pushes large companies to establish their own teams in this field. On the other hand, individual users cannot meet these needs due to financial and technical limitations, so they move away from the system without experiencing it. Therefore, node management is mainly being managed by institutions.
Since people cannot build and manage their own nodes, the decentralized structure of blockchains cannot be achieved. This means that Bitcoin’s vision of decentralized systems cannot be achieved by other protocols.
Node Management Applications
For general users, node management applications come into play. However, most of them have complex interfaces and are not user-friendly, while others do not include the necessary features and require significant technical knowledge from users. This prevents general users from getting involved in running the critical parts of the blockchain infrastructure, limiting network decentralization and learning blockchain through experience.
We developed Klein to solve this problem and increase equal opportunity in the ecosystem.
But before discussing Klein, let’s look at other node management applications available today.
DappNode
DappNode is a decentralized infrastructure platform that allows users to easily set up and run their own nodes for various blockchain networks. It’s designed to enhance the decentralization of networks by making it simpler for non-technical users to participate by hosting their own nodes. This is achieved through pre-configured software packages that can be deployed on personal hardware or cloud platforms.
Ankr
Ankr is a decentralized cloud computing platform that leverages both blockchain and traditional cloud infrastructure to provide developers with cheaper, more efficient computing resources. It allows users to monetize their idle computing power by contributing it to the network, while developers can tap into this distributed cloud to deploy applications and nodes for different blockchain protocols.
Blockdaemon
Blockdaemon is a blockchain node infrastructure platform. It offers cloud-based services to businesses and developers, enabling them to deploy, manage easily, and scale blockchain nodes across multiple chains and networks. The platform simplifies the process of running complex blockchain infrastructure by handling the technical aspects of node operation and maintenance.
Klein: A better way to manage nodes!
With Klein, you can set up the mainnet or testnet nodes you want in Cosmos Hub and Cosmos SDK Appchains with just one click, without any coding experience. In the future, nodes of other ecosystems will also be available to install.
The first step after downloading Klein is to enter your server’s IP address and password. This is necessary to access your server from the interface. Next, you need to select the blockchain you want to install. This determines which blockchain network you will join.
The last step is to check the system requirements of the node you will install. Your server must have enough resources to run the node. If everything is in order, you can start the node installation process with a single click.
This process allows users to make the most efficient use of Klein while not requiring any technical knowledge. Everything happens automatically in the background, so users can easily set up and manage their own Blockchain nodes.
Klein’s difference from other applications is its user-friendly interface and the ability to perform any operation you need without leaving the application. You can easily access all technical information about your node and perform all management operations. Furthermore, Klein does not ask, store, or share any information about you or your node. You are the owner of your data.
Klein Versus Others
User Experience
- DappNode/Ankr/Blockdaemon: While all these tools offer streamlined node management, their interfaces can be technical, and certain functionalities demand some prior knowledge.
- Klein: Klein simplifies the entire process. Setting up both mainnet and testnet nodes on Cosmos Hub and Cosmos Appchains is as easy as a single click, with no coding or technical experience needed. The step-by-step walkthrough provides a user-friendly experience unmatched by many competitors.
Data Ownership & Privacy
- DappNode: DappNode facilitates decentralized node hosting with features like a decentralized VPN. While prioritizing user privacy, users need to trust in secure software updates, data storage practices, and overall network security.
- Ankr/Blockdaemon: Both offer Blockchain-as-a-Service on cloud solutions. Given the centralized nature, users trust in the platforms’ data storage security, access control measures, and their commitment to software & hardware safety.
- Klein: Data privacy is a cornerstone of Klein. Unlike others, it guarantees no storage, sharing, or unnecessary requests for user information, ensuring users remain the sole owners of their data.
Cost
- DappNode/Ankr/Blockdaemon: These platforms come with associated costs through subscription models or fees for additional services and features.
- Klein: Setting it apart, Klein is entirely free, eliminating financial barriers for users and offering an all-inclusive experience without any hidden charges.
Comprehensive Management
- DappNode/Ankr/Blockdaemon: These platforms streamline node deployment, but advanced node management or access to deep technical details involves switching platforms or tools.
- Klein: Klein offers an all-encompassing experience. Every action, from setup to detailed node analysis, can be performed without leaving its interface, providing a convenience that many competitors lack.
Mission & Vision
- DappNode/Ankr/Blockdaemon: All these tools emphasize decentralization and user empowerment, but their primary focus leans towards simplifying technical processes.
- Klein: Beyond its functional prowess, Klein’s vision is truly democratizing blockchain access. Klein positions itself as a bridge to the blockchain universe, emphasizing inclusion and experience above all.
Wrapping It Up
Klein is an entirely free and public good application; You can now launch, update, and manage your node on 25 Cosmos SDK chains with just a few clicks! Download Klein here. You can get an early taste of Klein by setting up Testnet Nodes with the beta version that is available now.
Klein does not ask, store, or share any information about you or your node. You are the owner of your data. So, do not worry when you enter your IP address and password, Klein is just an interface of your terminal.
Who is Node101?
node101 is an Istanbul-based proof of stake validator that produces user-friendly solutions to the problems of the decentralized internet.
We are blockchain and interchain-maxis. We believe in the dream of distributed and decentralized public ledgers, all interconnected and interoperable via the IBC protocol.
We at node101 developed Klein to empower more users to participate in the networks they use actively.
We are a startup focusing on the needs of everyday people while joining the crypto world. We see and understand that it is often quite complicated for newcomers to reach the right sources and become a part of their community. Thus, we created this organization where we can help both the projects and crypto-lovers.
Our team also creates stake options for projects in which we run our validators. As our team consists only of highly educated and interested people in Web3, we know we also have a lot to offer in this area.
