> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.kynesys.xyz/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# FAQ

> Frequently asked questions about the Demos Network, SDK, and getting started.

This page addresses the most commonly asked questions about the current status of the Demos Network.

## What You Can Do

#### How is Demos being rolled out?

Demos is being rolled out in 4 phases with a number of releases per phase.  You will find the most recent release note in the release note section.  For an outline of the 4 phases please review our [Road to the Omniweb](https://mirror.xyz/0x6C1c06BCBb5BB1Ebd3790c11069Dbd5712314512/xA4F_WBy17mjX0PEMh1y4vf1tz8xdTlvNU4j_ZqgEiE) article

#### How do I check the network status?

You can check the network status by heading to the [status page](https://status.demos.sh/).  You can view block and transaction data on our [explorer](https://explorer.demos.sh).

#### How can I create a Demos wallet?

TBD

#### How do I download the SDK?

We recommend using [bun](https://bun.sh) as your package manager. All SDK examples are tested with bun.

```bash theme={null}
bun add @kynesyslabs/demosdk@latest
```

<Note>
  While `npm` and `yarn` are also supported, we strongly recommend using bun for the best development experience.
</Note>

#### How do I download the node software?

The node software is available in the [node repository](https://github.com/kynesyslabs/node). The recommended way to run a node is via Docker Compose:

```bash theme={null}
git clone https://github.com/kynesyslabs/node.git && cd node
cp .env.example .env
docker compose up
```

See the [Project Setup](/cookbook/project-setup/overview) guides and the repository's `INSTALL.md` for the full walkthrough (Docker Compose and bare-metal tracks).

#### How can I become a validator?

You can become a validator by running the node software and following the install instructions. Staking will be required in a later phase, initially no staking is required to enable faster onboarding and testing.

#### What are the requirements for running a Demos node?

To run a Demos node the minimum requirements are:

* 4GB RAM
* 4 CPU cores (2GHz or higher)
* Modern SSD storage
* 200 Mbps internet connection
* Ubuntu 22.04 LTS or a compatible Linux distribution

The recommended specifications are 8GB RAM or higher, 6 CPU cores, high-performance SSD storage, and a 1 Gbps internet connection.

#### How can I make a transaction?

You can refer to the [Transactions](/sdk/websdk/transactions/overview) section on how to build transactions. At this stage you cannot forward transactions to public nodes, you are able to use the SDK locally and use the very same code once public RPCs are available.

#### Is there a Faucet? How can I get DEM tokens?

You can request Demos tokens at the [Demos Faucet](https://faucet.demos.sh/).

## What You Cannot Do (Yet)

* XM and Web2 transactions are brittle as they are being constantly upgraded and improved


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