7 Articles

ETC Basics

Fundamental concepts and getting started with ETC

Blockchain Fundamentals

Understand how distributed ledgers work

Proof-of-Work

Learn why PoW secures ETC

Smart Contracts

Programmable money and dApps

EVM Compatible

Run Ethereum apps on ETC

All Basics Articles

Essential concepts every ETC user should understand

Basics

What is Ethereum Classic?

Discover Ethereum Classic - the original Ethereum blockchain with proof-of-work consensus, immutability, and smart contract capabilities.

IntroductionETCBlockchain

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Why Proof-of-Work Matters

Understand the security and decentralization benefits of proof-of-work consensus that powers Ethereum Classic.

PoWSecurityConsensus

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Getting Started with ETC

Your complete guide to getting started with Ethereum Classic. Learn how to set up a wallet, buy ETC, and explore the ecosystem.

BeginnerGuideStart

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What is Blockchain?

Learn the fundamentals of blockchain technology and how it enables trustless, decentralized systems.

BlockchainTechnologyFundamentals

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What are Smart Contracts?

Understand smart contracts - self-executing code on the blockchain that powers DeFi and dApps.

Smart ContractsEVMDevelopment

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ETC vs ETH: Key Differences

Compare Ethereum Classic and Ethereum. Understand the technical and philosophical differences between the two chains.

ComparisonETHFork

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ETC Tokenomics

Explore the economic model of Ethereum Classic including supply schedule, emission rate, and monetary policy.

TokenomicsSupplyEconomics

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Ready for the Next Step?

Now that you understand the basics, learn how to set up a wallet and start using Ethereum Classic.

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