Why litecoin is better than bitcoin?

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by juston , in category: Cryptocurrencies , a year ago

Why litecoin is better than bitcoin?

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by cornelius.fay , a year ago

@juston 

Please note that the superiority of one cryptocurrency over another is subjective and a matter of personal opinion. However, here are a few points that some people believe make Litecoin a better option than Bitcoin:

  1. Faster and cheaper transactions: Litecoin has a faster block generation time compared to Bitcoin, resulting in faster transaction confirmation times. Additionally, Litecoin's network fees are typically lower than Bitcoin's.
  2. Different algorithm: Litecoin uses the Scrypt algorithm, whereas Bitcoin uses SHA-256. Some argue that Scrypt is more resistant to specialized mining hardware or ASICs, which helps maintain decentralization.
  3. Segregated Witness (SegWit) adoption: Litecoin was one of the first major cryptocurrencies to implement SegWit, a protocol upgrade designed to increase transaction capacity and reduce fees.
  4. Active development and community: Litecoin has an active development team and a passionate community. Regular updates and improvements ensure the currency remains relevant and competitive.


It's important to research and consider multiple perspectives before forming your own opinion on which cryptocurrency is better.