Full nodes maintain the entire blockchain, ensuring maximum security and transaction integrity. Light nodes offer fast, resource-efficient access to Bitcoin, ideal for mobile and low-power devices.

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In the ever-evolving world of cryptocurrencies, Bitcoin remains a topic of fascination and complexity. To demystify this digital currency, I turned to ChatGPT and asked it to explain Bitcoin to me as ...