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Processor: An Intel i3 processor with a clock speed of 2.6 GHz or higher is recommended. For larger libraries with more users, a more powerful processor might be necessary.
RAM: A minimum of 4 GB of RAM is required, but 8 GB or more is recommended for better performance, especially as your library collection and user base grow.
Storage: The storage space depends on the size of your library collection. A 500 GB hard drive might suffice for small libraries, but larger libraries will need more storage capacity. Consider using SSD (Solid State Drives) for faster performance.
DVD Drive (Optional): While not always essential, a DVD drive can be useful for installing the software or transferring data from older systems.

Operating System: Koha is primarily designed to run on Linux servers. Debian and Ubuntu are the recommended distributions, with specific version compatibility details available on the Koha documentation: https://wiki.koha-community.org/wiki/System_requirements_and_recommendations
Apache Web Server: Apache is a popular web server software required to run Koha.
MariaDB or MySQL: Koha uses a relational database to store library data. MariaDB or MySQL are the supported database management systems.
Perl: Koha is written in Perl, so a Perl interpreter needs to be installed on the server.

Root Access: You'll need root access to the server to install and configure Koha.
Command Line Skills: Some level of comfort with the command line is helpful for installing and maintaining Koha, although the complexity can vary depending on your chosen hosting option.

Koha official website: https://koha-community.org/
System requirements and recommendations: https://wiki.koha-community.org/wiki/System_requirements_and_recommendations

Number of Library Users: A busier library with more concurrent users might require a more robust server with increased processing power, RAM, and storage.
Features and Integrations: If you plan to use advanced features or integrate Koha with other library systems, you might need additional resources.
Hosting Options: Koha can be self-hosted on your own server or hosted through a third-party provider. Managed hosting options often handle server maintenance and configuration, reducing the need for in-house expertise.