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That should work. Are you running a full node though? Do you use your PC for anything else heavy? The specs of your processor could be a factor here too.

If you're looking at upgrading to a better laptop, then you’re good to go. Not sure how outdated your current setup is, but consider updating Bitcoin Core too. What specs are you currently using though? Might need to…

Bitcoin is for everyone, not about left vs right. No one’s left out here. It’s all about the community running things, not some elite group, as the whitepaper suggests. It’s freedom for everyone, regardless of where you…

Right, so valid nodes will always check hashes. Different hashes mean it gets rejected. Bitcoin Core is good at this, way better than some other blockchains.

There’s no single reason for getting into Bitcoin. Some see it as an inflation hedge, but that’s usually a second thought to other motivations. The context matters, plus people’s perceptions always change.

Digital signatures are kinda like your handwritten sig on paper but way more secure. You can't just create a new one from signatures you've made except with the right private key. Kinda wild right?

Do you know who owns the properties now? If they sold to a different owner, getting any of your money back could be tough.

Have you heard of this guy on Twitter? He deals with these scams and could help you find a lawyer.

It’s a common confusion, honestly. Orphan blocks never make it to the longest chain, which is kinda unavoidable unless mining becomes centralized.

There’s a real difference between stale and orphan blocks. Orphan blocks are on hold because their parent ain't been mined yet, and they can be swapped out later.

Democrats are critiquing everything Trump’s done. They might not win this election, but long term, they’ll likely try to regulate crypto more, which could be problematic.

You might want to check the maxuploadtarget setting, could help with your needs.

You can actually get change in Bitcoin. When you make a purchase, the exact amount you're spending goes to the seller, and the rest comes back to you. The Bitcoin network handles all that. And yeah, Bitcoin can be…

Seriously? They're not saints, lol. They profit off the hype. Ethereum didn’t do what they promised, and now they change the narrative. It’s always about their pockets.

Some call Bitcoin the new gold. I mean, as we live more online, maybe it can compete. But saying it will fully replace gold? That’s a stretch, especially with how physical gold has been valued for ages.

So true! Newbies don’t get it. It ain't just about getting hacked, it's also about privacy issues.

But what about when it rains? How do solar miners keep mining during the rainy season?

I’m asking because I want to know if anyone actually uses it for mining. How effective is it and what’s the cost of a good generator? I feel like my question hasn’t been fully answered.

Power costs in Nigeria are insane and super unreliable, makes Bitcoin mining almost impossible. Using solar might help, but it really depends on where you are. Biowaste energy could be a solid option for mining here,…

Exactly! We gotta stay alert and never trust unknown links. That's a huge red flag.