The distributed cloud is stable as long as its nodes are stable. Consequently, it’s better to build the network on top of Cubbit Cells, i.e. dedicated devices, rather than laptops and desktop computers.
In fact, these dedicated devices, being primarily used to run Cubbit, are expected to work continuously, while laptops and desktops may be shutdown or put in standby more frequently. Moreover, you need the Cubbit Cells to have cloud space credit on your account. They are also much more energy-efficient than laptops and desktop computers since they employ energy-efficient single-board computers.