# 01. First Steps

**StarkNet** is a Layer-2 scaling solution for Ethereum that uses zero-knowledge proofs to enable fast and secure off-chain execution of smart contracts. StarkNet is not compatible with MetaMask,  because it is written in a different programming language that doesn’t align with the Solidity, the language used in MetaMask and many Ethereum-based applications. Instead, StarkNet use a unique programming language called Cairo. Therefore, users will need to download and install a wallet that is compatible with StarkNet. 

[**Argent X Wallet**](https://www.argent.xyz/argent-x/): An open-source Chrome extension that specializes in interactions with decentralized applications built on the StarkNet ecosystem.

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[**Braavos Wallet**](https://braavos.app/download-braavos-wallet/): Offers an unparalleled UX and advanced security via its Hardware Signer 2-factor authentication and multi-signer 3-factor authentication capabilities.

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