But it sure is interesting and fun especially since I have the hardware to somewhat support it, plus its definitely a nerd bragging factor lol. 
Topic: Mining Newbies (Read 713 times)
Like most others here, I too join mining primarily due to the profit factor, though I worry it won't end up being a profit But it sure is interesting and fun especially since I have the hardware to somewhat support it, plus its definitely a nerd bragging factor lol.
But it sure is interesting and fun especially since I have the hardware to somewhat support it, plus its definitely a nerd bragging factor lol. 
I think I also signed up for this forum for the nerd factor \o/
Fun, Profit and Nerd factor are doing well - Its neck and neck!
Cmon definitely for the nerd factor. 
So
After a day - the scores:
Profit - 5 (20.8%)
Fun - 6 (25%)
Nerd factor - 6 (25%)
Waste electric - 1 (4.2%)
Keep the Bitcoin network secure - 5 (20.8%)
Boredom - 1 (4.2%)
Will be interesting too see how opinions change over time.
After a day - the scores:
Profit - 5 (20.8%)
Fun - 6 (25%)
Nerd factor - 6 (25%)
Waste electric - 1 (4.2%)
Keep the Bitcoin network secure - 5 (20.8%)
Boredom - 1 (4.2%)
Will be interesting too see how opinions change over time.
I started GPU mining to find out how it works. But I stopped after few days, because it was not fun anymore and not much mined anyways 
Btc is only for fun and community but alt coins is mostly for profit.
Fun and nerd factor which are basically the same thing for me. Also even a small amount of profit for said fun is nice.
i originally started mining for fun and as a hobby. I always look for new things to get involved with and this seemed interesting. Making money on top of it is great even if its not at a ROI
Cool hardware 
I mine for fun and keeping the network secure.
What is the incentive for Newbies to start Mining?
Curiosity and fun!
What is the incentive for Newbies to start Mining?
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