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How to run an archive node

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ArbOS 11

Release notes for ArbOS 11, shipped via Nitro v2.2.0, including Shanghai upgrade EVM changes and upgrade requirements.

Run an archive node

Learn how to run an Arbitrum archive node on your local machine

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