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# Getting Started

So you've read the Overview and decided that the Maslow is the right machine for you, and you're ready to get started. Before you start placing orders, here are the first decisions to think through:

## Use Case

How do you intend to use the Maslow? Som common use cases that attract people to the Maslow are:
* Furniture building
* Boat building
* Learning about CNC

## Workspace

Where will your Maslow live? The default design needs 9'wide x 4' deep x 7' tall, with some space in front of it for you.

## Budget

The reference Maslow design can be built for around $500 USD with all new components. Many have made do with lest by using repurposed materials and tools. Typical builds likely range in the $700 - $1000 USD range.

## Size
What is your desired workspace? The original Maslow design provides a 4' x 8' workspace - the standard size of seet goods.

## Accuracy
The Maslow is capable of [sub-millimeter accuracy](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/list-of-sources-of-error/7523/31?u=cmullins70), but may not acieve that with the defualt configuration.

## Ring or Linkage
The original Maslow design connected the chains to the sled using a pantograph-like linkage, and then later iterated to include a ring kit. Both are still viable choices.

## Router / Spindle
The original Maslow used a router commonly available from Home Depot, and grew to include a better option for european users. Since then users have modified the design to use CNC spindles, Lasers, and Sharpies.

## Frame Design
The original design is a 2x4 lumber frame and is easily contructed from commonly available materials, even by novice woodworkers. Today there are examples using unistrut, tube steel, folding and portable versions.