Cryptocurrency : all-in-one / by Kiana Danial, Tiana Laurence, Peter Kent, Tyler Bain, Michael G. Solomon.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Danial, Kiana, author.

Laurence, Tiana, author.

Kent, Peter, author.

Bain, Tyler, author.

Solomon, Michael (Michael G.), 1963- author.

Series:

--For dummies

For dummies

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Cryptocurrencies.

Electronic funds transfers.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (819 pages) : illustrations

Other Title:

Cryptocurrency : all-in-one for dummies

Place of Publication:

Hoboken, New Jersey : John Wiley & Sons, Inc., [2022]

Summary:

Learn the skills to get in on the crypto craze The world of cryptocurrency includes some of the coolest technologies and most lucrative investments available today. And you can jump right into the middle of the action with Cryptocurrency All-in-One For Dummies, a collection of simple and straightforward resources that will get you up to speed on cryptocurrency investing and mining, blockchain, Bitcoin, and Ethereum. Stop scouring a million different places on the web and settle in with this one-stop compilation of up-to-date and reliable info on what's been called the "21st century gold rush." So, whether you're just looking for some fundamental knowledge about how cryptocurrency works, or you're ready to put some money into the markets, you'll find what you need in one of the five specially curated resources included in this book. Cryptocurrency All-in-One For Dummies will help you: Gain an understanding of how cryptocurrency works and the blockchain technologies that power cryptocurrency Find out if you're ready to invest in the cryptocurrency market and how to make smart decisions with your cash Build a cryptocurrency mining rig out of optimized and specifically chosen computing hardware Dive into the details of leading cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum Perfect for anyone curious and excited about the potential that's been unlocked by the latest in cryptocurrency tech, this book will give you the foundation you need to become a savvy cryptocurrency consumer, investor, or miner before you know it.

Contents:

Introduction

About This Book

Book 1: Cryptocurrency Basics

Chapter 1: What Is a Cryptocurrency?

Chapter 2: How Cryptocurrencies Work

Chapter 3: Introducing Cryptocurrency Wallets

Chapter 4: Different Types of Cryptocurrencies

Book 2: Blockchain Basics

Chapter 1: Introducing Blockchain

Chapter 2: Picking a Blockchain

Chapter 3: Getting Your Hands on Blockchain

Chapter 4: Beholding the Bitcoin Blockchain

Chapter 5: Encountering the Ethereum Blockchain

Chapter 6: Getting Your Hands on Hyperledger

Chapter 7: Financial Technology

Book 3: Bitcoin

Chapter 1: Bitcoin Tech Explained

Chapter 2: Buying, Using, and Selling Bitcoin

Chapter 3: Taking Control of Your Wallet (and Hodling Your Bitcoin)

Chapter 4: Keeping Your Bitcoin Safe

Book 4: Ethereum

Chapter 1: Getting to Know Ethereum

Chapter 2: Exploring Use Cases for Ethereum

Chapter 3: Examining the Ethereum Ecosystem and Development Life cycle

Chapter 4: Getting and Configuring Ethereum Development Tools

Chapter 5: Building Your First Ethereum Apps

Chapter 6: Discovering Smart Contracts

Chapter 7: Writing Your Own Smart Contracts with Solidity

Chapter 8: Testing Ethereum Apps

Chapter 9: Deploying Ethereum Apps

Book 5: Cryptocurrency Investing

Chapter 1: Why Invest in Cryptocurrencies?

Chapter 2: Recognizing the Risks of Cryptocurrencies

Chapter 3: Cryptocurrency Exchanges and Brokers

Chapter 4: Identifying Top-Performing Cryptocurrencies

Chapter 5: Diversification in Cryptocurrencies

Chapter 6: Getting Ahead of the Crowd: Investing in ICOs

Chapter 7: Stocks and Exchange-Traded Funds with Cryptocurrency Exposure

Chapter 8: Cryptocurrency Futures and Options

Chapter 9: Dealing with the Dollar and Other Fiat Currencies

Chapter 10: Using Technical Analysis

Chapter 11: Short-Term Trading Strategies

Chapter 12: Long-Term Investing Strategies

Chapter 13: Minimizing Losses and Maximizing Gains

Chapter 14: Using Ichimoku and Fibonacci Techniques

Chapter 15: Taxes and Cryptocurrencies

Book 6: Cryptocurrency Mining

Chapter 1: Understanding Cryptocurrency Mining

Chapter 2: Exploring the Different Forms of Mining

Chapter 3: Mining Made Simple: Finding a Pool and Preparing an Account

Chapter 4: Picking a Cryptocurrency to Mine

Chapter 5: Gathering Your Mining Gear

Chapter 6: Setting Up Your Mining Hardware

Chapter 7: Running the Numbers: Is It Worth It?

Chapter 8: Reducing Negatives and Gaining an Edge

Chapter 9: Running Your Cryptocurrency Business

Index

About the Authors.

Notes:

Includes index.

Description based on print version record.

Other Format:

Print version: Danial, Kiana Cryptocurrency All-In-One for Dummies

ISBN:

9781119855828

1119855829

9781119855811

1119855810

OCLC:

1289372789