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Topic: 5 Security Tips for Bitcoin Beginners (Read 740 times)

legendary
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February 26, 2014, 03:01:35 AM
#7
Looks solid to me I guess comparing wallets like QT vs Armory might be a bit technical for a beginner but otherwise great stuff
newbie
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February 26, 2014, 02:59:27 AM
#6
This is very useful Smiley thanks a lot for sharing Smiley
newbie
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February 25, 2014, 03:10:35 PM
#5
Thank you all, very usefull read.
legendary
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February 25, 2014, 01:57:57 PM
#4
The number 1 most important security rule for bitcoins...

"If you don't have exclusive control of the private key associated with a bitcoin address, then you don't have the bitcoins that are associated with that address."

All other security considerations are simply advice on how to make sure that you maintain exclusive control of the private key.

newbie
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February 25, 2014, 11:35:44 AM
#3
Here's a few more quick Bitcoin security tips -

http://tips.me/how-to-protect-your-bitcoins
legendary
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December 31, 2013, 10:45:32 AM
#2
Real good info for beginners. Amount of bitcoins lost in some circumstances is HUGE!!

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Bitcoin makes moving money across the internet incredibly easy, but that ease comes with risks.

There are plenty of ways someone can take your money, track your spending, or violate your privacy.

Fortunately, there are also some straightforward measures you can take to safeguard your digital currency and keep your spending habits private

http://www.coindesk.com/tips-keep-bitcoins-secure/

Sound info. I'd reccomend taking their advice on online and offline wallets. Keep your savings offline.
full member
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December 31, 2013, 10:14:22 AM
#1
Real good info for beginners. Amount of bitcoins lost in some circumstances is HUGE!!

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Bitcoin makes moving money across the internet incredibly easy, but that ease comes with risks.

There are plenty of ways someone can take your money, track your spending, or violate your privacy.

Fortunately, there are also some straightforward measures you can take to safeguard your digital currency and keep your spending habits private

http://www.coindesk.com/tips-keep-bitcoins-secure/
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