
## Overview

Understanding Solana's account model is fundamental to developing on the platform. This official documentation piece provides a thorough explanation of accounts, how they differ from traditional blockchain models, and their implications for program development.

Key learning points:
- What an account is in Solana and its attributes (lamports, owner, data, executable).
- The distinction between system-owned accounts and program-owned accounts.
- How data is stored and managed within accounts.
- The concept of rent and its role in account longevity.
- Program Derived Addresses (PDAs) and their significance.

This is a crucial read for grasping how to design and interact with programs on Solana efficiently. 

A deep dive into how Solana stores data using its unique account model. Essential for any developer building on Solana.

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