I didn't think to mention it in the post, but the new code to reduce sync time also dramatically reduces cpu loading as well, so it should also enable an API node to be operated with lower power hardware.
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I've seen a few post from witness and want to be witness or node runners talk about the power issues and cost of equipment, it seems you all are trying to keep node cost down for those that want to run one which in the long run for people like me is good, because we hate when nodes go down and funky things happen.