# Get Started With Telos
## An Introduction to The Telos Ecosystem
The Telos Ecosystem consists of two chains, Telos EVM and Telos Zero. Telos EVM is our world class ethereum virtual machine (EVM) and is the fastest EVM on the planet with a remarkable 15,200 transactions per second (TPS)—that's over 10,000% faster than Ethereum!
Not only does Telos EVM offer groundbreaking speed, but its unparalleled performance delivers tangible benefits that enhance your day-to-day user experience:
* **Effortless Transactions:** Forget the tension of long wait times. Transactions on Telos EVM are near-instantaneous, letting you focus on what really matters.
* **Uninterrupted Gaming:** For gamers, the Telos EVM provides a seamless, latency-free playground. Elevated speed isn’t a feature; it's the standard.
* **True Microtransactions:** Forget the impracticality of small payments on other networks. With Telos EVM’s low, fixed gas costs, microtransactions aren't just feasible—they're effortlessly smooth.
* **More Savings, More Value:** Reduce your spending on transaction fees and keep more of your hard-earned money, thanks to Telos EVM's incredibly cost-effective fixed gas pricing.
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