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* Learn why it's objectively [http://bitcoin.stackexchange.com/questions/305/what-are-the-perceived-advantages-of-bitcoin-as-a-means-of-exchange better than as a means of exchange]. | * Learn why it's objectively [http://bitcoin.stackexchange.com/questions/305/what-are-the-perceived-advantages-of-bitcoin-as-a-means-of-exchange better than as a means of exchange]. | ||
* Get a [[Clients|client]] and try it out yourself (you can get a bit of free money from [http://www.bitcoinget.com BitcoinGet] or [[Bitcoin Faucet|The Bitcoin Faucet]]). | * Get a [[Clients|client]] and try it out yourself (you can get a bit of free money from [http://www.bitcoinget.com BitcoinGet] or [[Bitcoin Faucet|The Bitcoin Faucet]]). | ||
* Use an online wallet that you trust. (Examples: [https://coinkite.com/promo/beginners Coinkite], [https://blockchain.info/wallet/ BCI | * Use an online wallet that you trust. (Examples: [https://coinkite.com/promo/beginners Coinkite], [https://blockchain.info/wallet/ BCI]) | ||
* [http://bitcoin.stackexchange.com/ Ask questions] | * [http://bitcoin.stackexchange.com/ Ask questions] | ||
* [http://bitcoin.stackexchange.com/questions/118/how-much-bitcoin-will-i-mine-right-now-with-hardware-x Can I generate Free Money on my computer?] - TL;DR - Not really. | * [http://bitcoin.stackexchange.com/questions/118/how-much-bitcoin-will-i-mine-right-now-with-hardware-x Can I generate Free Money on my computer?] - TL;DR - Not really. | ||
Revision as of 15:08, 21 November 2013
Here is a generic Getting Started guide.
- Get free bitcoins and learn to use them in 5 minutes: TryBTC
- Start by watching this 2 minute vid.
- Learn why it could be a good investment
- Learn why it's objectively better than as a means of exchange.
- Get a client and try it out yourself (you can get a bit of free money from BitcoinGet or The Bitcoin Faucet).
- Use an online wallet that you trust. (Examples: Coinkite, BCI)
- Ask questions
- Can I generate Free Money on my computer? - TL;DR - Not really.
- Read the FAQ
- Where can I buy bitcoins? (Hint: You can't buy them with Paypal or credit cards)
- Earn bitcoins through bonus programs
If you're looking for how to get started with Bitcoin-Qt, this is the article you're looking for.