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= | = What is Lightning? = | ||
A way of making quick peer to peer [[Payment|payments]] over the internet, backed by [[Bitcoin]] or another cryptocurrency. | |||
= Can I use it already? = | |||
Yes, just choose a [[Wallet]] | |||
= | = Why would I run a node? = | ||
Because it is cool, and you get some fees for routing | |||
= Is running a node dangerous? = | |||
= | Yes. Your funds are on a hot wallet, connected to the internet. Think about security. | ||
Revision as of 14:08, 14 January 2019
Hi reader! We are in the beginning days of the Lightning network, and the beginning days of this wiki! Please help by expanding this article!
What is Lightning?
A way of making quick peer to peer payments over the internet, backed by Bitcoin or another cryptocurrency.
Can I use it already?
Yes, just choose a Wallet
Why would I run a node?
Because it is cool, and you get some fees for routing
Is running a node dangerous?
Yes. Your funds are on a hot wallet, connected to the internet. Think about security.