> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.aethir.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.aethir.com/staking-and-rewards-for-cloud-host-compute-providers/key-terms-and-concepts.md). # Key Terms and Concepts {% hint style="warning" %} This is an archived page. For the latest information, refer to [Aethir Cloud](/aethir-cloud.md). {% endhint %} * System/Network: The Aethir platform or protocol as a whole * Container: The fundamental unit of computing resources provided by stakers * K-value: A numerical representation of a container's value contribution and reward potential based on its specifications and region * Staking Coefficient: A global average representing the monthly revenue potential of containers * Proof of Capacity (PoC): A reward mechanism for keeping containers online and available * Proof of Delivery (PoD): A reward mechanism for successfully completing rendering tasks * Slashing: A penalty mechanism where a portion of staked tokens is deducted for container downtime or other issues * Service Fee: The fee paid by developers to container providers for cloud rendering services --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter, and the optional `goal` query parameter: ``` GET https://docs.aethir.com/staking-and-rewards-for-cloud-host-compute-providers/key-terms-and-concepts.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is optional and describes the broader end goal you are ultimately trying to accomplish on behalf of the user. GitBook uses it to tailor the answer towards what is most useful for that goal. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.