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Addresses are the 160-bit hash of a public key, multisignature addresses begin with three (3).
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This quick glossary contains many of the terms used in relation to bitcoin. These terms are used throughout the book, so bookmark this for a quick reference and clarification.
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address (aka public key)::
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address (sometimes mistakenly referred to as a public key)::
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((("bitcoin address")))
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((("address", see="bitcoin address")))
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((("public key", see="bitcoin address")))
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A bitcoin address looks like +1DSrfJdB2AnWaFNgSbv3MZC2m74996JafV+, they always start with a one. You can have as many as you like, share them so people can send you coins.
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A bitcoin address is derived from a public key, and looks like +1DSrfJdB2AnWaFNgSbv3MZC2m74996JafV+. Most addresses begin with a one, excepting multisignature addresses, which begin with a three. You can have as many as you like, share them so people can send you coins.
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bitcoin::
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((("bitcoin")))
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