# Overview

Rune Nodes is a pivotal infrastructure within the dynamic ecosystem of the Runes Protocol, designed to bolster the efficiency, security, and decentralization of token operations on the Bitcoin blockchain. Serving as the backbone of the Runes Protocol network, Rune Nodes empower participants to contribute to transaction validation, block propagation, and network governance, fostering a resilient and transparent environment for the creation and management of fungible tokens. With a focus on scalability, security, and usability, Rune Nodes aims to streamline node operation, enhance network performance, and promote widespread adoption of the Runes Protocol, ultimately advancing the utility and accessibility of tokenized assets within the Bitcoin ecosystem.

Through continuous innovation and community collaboration, Rune Nodes endeavors to establish a robust infrastructure that supports the diverse needs of stakeholders, from individual users to enterprises. By harnessing the power of decentralized networks and blockchain technology, Rune Nodes paves the way for a future where digital assets are securely managed, efficiently transferred, and seamlessly integrated into the global economy, unlocking new opportunities for financial innovation and economic empowerment.

### Introduction

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[overview-of-the-runes-protocol](https://rune-nodes.gitbook.io/rune-nodes/introduction/overview-of-the-runes-protocol)
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{% content-ref url="introduction/what-are-nodes" %}
[what-are-nodes](https://rune-nodes.gitbook.io/rune-nodes/introduction/what-are-nodes)
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{% content-ref url="introduction/welcome-to-rune-nodes" %}
[welcome-to-rune-nodes](https://rune-nodes.gitbook.io/rune-nodes/introduction/welcome-to-rune-nodes)
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[innovation](https://rune-nodes.gitbook.io/rune-nodes/introduction/innovation)
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[mission](https://rune-nodes.gitbook.io/rune-nodes/introduction/mission)
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### Fundamentals

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[features](https://rune-nodes.gitbook.io/rune-nodes/funadmentals/features)
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[security](https://rune-nodes.gitbook.io/rune-nodes/funadmentals/security)
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### Roadmap

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[phases](https://rune-nodes.gitbook.io/rune-nodes/roadmap/phases)
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### FAQ

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[frequently-asked-questions](https://rune-nodes.gitbook.io/rune-nodes/faq/frequently-asked-questions)
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### Policies

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[community-guidelines](https://rune-nodes.gitbook.io/rune-nodes/policies/community-guidelines)
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[terms-of-service](https://rune-nodes.gitbook.io/rune-nodes/policies/terms-of-service)
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{% content-ref url="policies/privacy-policy" %}
[privacy-policy](https://rune-nodes.gitbook.io/rune-nodes/policies/privacy-policy)
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