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# Optimism

[Optimism](https://docs.optimism.io/builders/tools/connect/rpc-providers#blockdaemon) is a Layer 2 solution for Ethereum that speeds up transactions and cuts costs while keeping Ethereum's security. It uses Optimistic Rollups to handle transactions off-chain, increasing efficiency.

With Blockdaemon’s Dedicated Optimism Nodes, you get secure, reliable infrastructure with easy management. Choose from single or clustered nodes for flexible, scalable deployment.

## Optimism Node Types

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  <thead>
    <tr>
      <th>
        Node Type
      </th>

      <th>
        Networks
      </th>
    </tr>
  </thead>

  <tbody>
    <tr>
      <td>
        <Glossary>Full Node</Glossary>

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        <Glossary>Archive Node</Glossary>
      </td>

      <td>
        Mainnet/Testnet
      </td>
    </tr>
  </tbody>
</Table>

> 👍 Note
>
> Get started with Optimism [here](https://blockdaemon.com/protocols/optimism/).

## 👋 Need Help?

Contact us through [email](mailto:support@blockdaemon.com) or our [support page](https://www.blockdaemon.com/support) for any issues, bugs, or assistance you may need.