Solana Basics
The network, account model, fees, transactions, and the main terms.
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Orientation
What this topic covers
This hub orders the technical foundations so you can move from a first overview into individual mechanisms. The guides separate core concepts, current network architecture, and practical use.
- Network, transactions, and fees
- Account model and core terminology
- Technical developments in context
4 articles
Foundation guides
From an overview to the technical background. No prior knowledge required.
What is Solana? Technology, Ecosystem, and History in 2026
Solana explained: Proof of History, validators, performance numbers, the ecosystem, and how Solana evolved since mainnet launch in 2020. State of 2026.
All other guides
- 02 Solana fees explained: base fee, priority fees, compute units, and Jito tips What a Solana transaction really costs: the 5,000-lamport base fee, priority fees per compute unit, local fee markets, and Jito tips explained. Beginner
- 03 Solana rent explained: how to close token accounts and reclaim SOL Why every token account locks about 0.002 SOL in rent — and how to close empty accounts safely without falling for risky third-party claim sites. Intermediate
- 04 Solana governance explained: SIMDs, SGPs, and how the network votes How Solana votes: SIMDs as technical proposals, SGPs as on-chain governance with a 100,000 SOL bar, 15% support phase, and delegator override. Explained. Intermediate
FAQ
Common questions
Where should I start with Solana?
Start with the Solana overview, then move to fees, the account model, and transactions. Wallet and security questions have dedicated topic hubs.
Do I need technical experience?
No. Beginner guides introduce the terminology first, while more technical articles are clearly marked.