How Bitcoiners Should Use Their Hardware Wallets For Advanced Security
Hardware wallets can protect your generational wealth. Leverage them to gain the highest level of security and privacy.This is an opinion editorial by Josef Tětek, the Trezor brand ambassador for SatoshiLabs.Whether you’re just contemplating buying your first hardware Bitcoin wallet or have already had one for years, it’s always a good idea to refresh on the basics of these marvelous devices. Contrary to popular belief, a hardware wallet isn’t a “set it and forget it” tool that will take care of your bitcoin for you. Instead, a hardware wallet can help you with your ongoing bitcoin....
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