# FAQ

1. **Solastro Mission?**\
   Solastro's mission is to democratize access to AI-powered infrastructure by allowing users to contribute idle GPU and bandwidth to support decentralized machine learning and AI applications.
2. **What is Depin and how does Solastro fit?**\
   Depin refers to decentralized networks of physical assets. Solastro fits into this model by allowing users to share their idle GPUs and bandwidth, powering AI services through decentralized resources.
3. **How big is the GPU shortage? How is Solastro solving it?**\
   The global GPU shortage has hindered AI development and cloud computing. Solastro helps address this by enabling individuals to contribute their unused GPUs and bandwidth, alleviating the strain on centralized data centers.
4. **How do I get started with Solastro?**\
   Simply create a Solastro account, connect your wallet, and start contributing your idle GPU and bandwidth through the Solastro application to begin earning rewards.
5. **How can I earn more rewards?**\
   You can earn more rewards by contributing additional GPU power, increasing your node participation, or holding $SOLA to unlock additional benefits.
6. **What is the $SOLA token?**\
   $SOLA is the native utility token of the Solastro ecosystem, used for governance, staking, transaction fees, and rewarding contributors who share their computational resources.
7. **What type of GPUs does Solastro offer?**\
   Solastro supports a range of GPUs, from consumer-grade to high-performance models, depending on the user's available hardware.
8. **Why is Solastro needed for machine learning and AI Development?**\
   Solastro provides the decentralized infrastructure needed to power machine learning and AI applications, offering scalable GPU resources and reducing the reliance on expensive centralized cloud services.
9. **How do you ensure data privacy and security?**\
   Solastro ensures data privacy and security by using encryption protocols, ensuring that sensitive data processed on the network is securely handled, and adhering to privacy standards in the ecosystem.
10. **How much GPU does Solastro use, and will it affect my computer's performance?**\
    Solastro uses only **10–15%** of your GPU to ensure your PC stays smooth and responsive. If your GPU usage ever exceeds **80%**, Solastro will automatically scale back or pause to prevent any lag or interference — so your experience remains seamless.
