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Bitcoin For Dummies

Peter Kent (Author), Tyler Bain (Author)

9781119602132, Wiley

Paperback / softback, published 2 May 2022

304 pages
22.6 x 15 x 2.3 cm, 0.318 kg

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.

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

Subject Areas: Business applications [UF]

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