FSCrypt (should be putting this in the @librecryptography channel as well)
Think that this is a great file-level encryption tool for those that are looking for one (hell of a lot better than encryptFS where the author of that tool didn't want to get off of their ass to ensure that it was equipped with the latest & greatest as it pertains to standardized cryptographic algorithms - specifically KDFs [dumbass insisted on leaving Scrypt - which is vulnerable to side channel / timing attacks] - https://opensourcelibs.com/lib/fscrypt
FSCrypt uses Argon2i for its KDF (believe that it also leverages XChaCha20-Poly1305 for encryption as well (could be wrong on that - but check the encryption to see if this is something that I'm wrong about)
FSCrypt (should be putting this in the @librecryptography channel as well)
Think that this is a great file-level encryption tool for those that are looking for one (hell of a lot better than encryptFS where the author of that tool didn't want to get off of their ass to ensure that it was equipped with the latest & greatest as it pertains to standardized cryptographic algorithms - specifically KDFs [dumbass insisted on leaving Scrypt - which is vulnerable to side channel / timing attacks] - https://opensourcelibs.com/lib/fscrypt
FSCrypt uses Argon2i for its KDF (believe that it also leverages XChaCha20-Poly1305 for encryption as well (could be wrong on that - but check the encryption to see if this is something that I'm wrong about)
Bitcoin mining is the process of adding new transactions to the Bitcoin blockchain. It’s a tough job. People who choose to mine Bitcoin use a process called proof of work, deploying computers in a race to solve mathematical puzzles that verify transactions.To entice miners to keep racing to solve the puzzles and support the overall system, the Bitcoin code rewards miners with new Bitcoins. “This is how new coins are created” and new transactions are added to the blockchain, says Okoro.
How to Buy Bitcoin?
Most people buy Bitcoin via exchanges, such as Coinbase. Exchanges allow you to buy, sell and hold cryptocurrency, and setting up an account is similar to opening a brokerage account—you’ll need to verify your identity and provide some kind of funding source, such as a bank account or debit card. Major exchanges include Coinbase, Kraken, and Gemini. You can also buy Bitcoin at a broker like Robinhood. Regardless of where you buy your Bitcoin, you’ll need a digital wallet in which to store it. This might be what’s called a hot wallet or a cold wallet. A hot wallet (also called an online wallet) is stored by an exchange or a provider in the cloud. Providers of online wallets include Exodus, Electrum and Mycelium. A cold wallet (or mobile wallet) is an offline device used to store Bitcoin and is not connected to the Internet. Some mobile wallet options include Trezor and Ledger.
