A primer on the currency alternative that's changing the world
Bitcoin can be a bit puzzling to the uninitiated. Ledger? Blockchain? Mining? These cryptocurrency concepts aren't going away, and there are tremendous opportunities for those with some know-how to get onboard with the crypto culture. Bitcoin For Dummies helps you get un-puzzled, learn the Bitcoin basics, and discover the possibilities in the new world of digital currencies.
With this 100% new edition, you can step into the fascinating culture of cryptocurrency and learn how to use Bitcoin as a currency or an investment vehicle. A little bit of knowledge will go a long way, and you'll be ready to sail smoothly ahead as the crypto tsunami advances.
* Demystify Bitcoin and learn how to buy and sell cryptocurrency
* Create a digital wallet and make everyday purchases using Bitcoin
* Discover the ins and outs of investing in Bitcoin and other up-and-coming cryptocurrencies
* Participate in the cutting-edge culture of crypto
Bitcoin For Dummies is great for beginning Bitcoin users and investors who need to know the basics about getting started with Bitcoin and cryptocurrency.
Inhaltsverzeichnis
Introduction 1
Part 1: Bitcoin Basics 5
Chapter 1: Bitcoin in a Nutshell 7
Chapter 2: Bitcoin Tech Explained 29
Part 2: Using Bitcoin 53
Chapter 3: Buying, Using, and Selling Bitcoin 55
Chapter 4: Taking Control of Your Wallet (and Hodling Your Bitcoin) 97
Chapter 5: Keeping Your Bitcoin Safe 139
Chapter 6: Investing in Bitcoin 165
Part 3: Getting Geeky 193
Chapter 7: Understanding the Bitcoin Network and Bitcoin Mining 195
Chapter 8: Bitcoin Adoption in the Real World 211
Chapter 9: Bitcoin Botheration 225
Part 4: The Part of Tens 237
Chapter 10: Ten Tips to Hodl and Stack Sats 239
Chapter 11: Ten Types of Bitcoin Resources 249
Chapter 12: Ten (Plus One) Thoughts about the Future of Bitcoin 257
Index 275