Bitcoin Core

Bitcoin Core

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Information

Version:
25.0
Size:
25 Mb
License:
0
OS:
WindowsLinux
Architecture:
64-bit

 

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Bitcoin Core is a software program created to maintain and support the decentralized nature of Bitcoin, which is currently the most prominent and widely used digital currency in the world. The main purpose of Bitcoin Core is to verify whether transactions on the Bitcoin network are legitimate or not. It does this by looking at various blockchains and deciding which one is the most trustworthy. People who use Bitcoin Core will only accept transactions that appear on the blockchain that the software has selected. This helps to ensure that everyone on the Bitcoin network agrees on which blockchain is the "official" one to use.

 

General Information

AspectDescription
Name Bitcoin Core
First Release 2009 (as Bitcoin-Qt)
Latest Version 25.0 (as of 2023)
Developer(s) Bitcoin Core developers, Satoshi Nakamoto (original)
Programming Language C++, C
Operating Systems Windows, macOS, Linux
License MIT License
Website bitcoincore.org

Technical Features

FeatureDescription
Full Node Implementation - Complete blockchain validation
- Transaction verification
- Network relay functionality
Wallet Functionality - HD wallet support
- Multi-signature support
- Watch-only addresses
- Coin control features
Network Protocols - P2P protocol implementation
- Bitcoin network connectivity
- SPV mode support

Security Features

FeatureDescription
Consensus Rules - Implementation of all Bitcoin consensus rules
- Block validation
- Mining rules enforcement
Cryptography - ECDSA signatures
- SHA-256 hashing
- Private key management
Security Measures - Encrypted wallet
- Backup functionality
- Anti-DoS protection

Components

ComponentDescription
Bitcoin Daemon (bitcoind) - Command-line interface
- Server functionality
- RPC interface
GUI Wallet - Graphical user interface
- Transaction management
- Address book
Development Tools - Test framework
- Debugging tools
- Network monitors

Network Functions

FunctionDescription
Block Synchronization - Initial block download
- Block verification
- Chain reorganization handling
Mempool Management - Transaction pool maintenance
- Fee estimation
- Transaction relay
Peer Management - Node discovery
- Connection handling
- Ban list management

Configuration Options

OptionDescription
Startup Options - Custom data directory
- Network selection (mainnet/testnet)
- RPC configuration
Runtime Settings - Transaction fee settings
- Network parameters
- Performance options
Debug Options - Logging levels
- Debug categories
- Trace options

Resource Requirements

ResourceRequirements
Storage - Full blockchain (400+ GB)
- Index databases
- Wallet files
Memory - Minimum: 2 GB RAM
- Recommended: 8+ GB RAM
Network - Initial download: 500+ GB
- Regular operation: Variable bandwidth

Development Process

ProcessDescription
Code Review - Peer review process
- Multiple reviewer requirements
- Testing requirements
Release Cycle - Major releases
- Minor releases
- Security updates
Contributing - GitHub repository
- Bug reporting
- Pull request process

Use Cases

Use CaseDescription
Individual Users - Personal wallet
- Transaction verification
- Network participation
Businesses - Payment processing
- Network validation
- Custom applications
Developers - Application building
- Network testing
- Protocol development

Support & Community

ResourceDescription
Documentation - Developer documentation
- User guides
- API references
Community Resources - GitHub discussions
- IRC channels
- Developer meetings
Support Channels - Stack Exchange
- GitHub issues
- Developer mailing list