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Getting Started with Bitcoin's Lightning Network : A Practical Walkthrough If you're interested in Bitcoin — not generic "crypto," but actual Bitcoin —then understanding the Lightning Network is essential. This layer-2 solution enables instant, low-fee transactions using Bitcoin's smallest unit: satoshis . Let me walk you through how to get started with Lightning Network technology using real-world tools. Understanding Bitcoin Satoshis Before we dive into Lightning, let's clarify terminology. A satoshi (sat) is the smallest unit of Bitcoin , representing 0.00000001 BTC. When we talk about Lightning Network transactions, we're usually dealing in satoshis rather than whole Bitcoin. This matters because Lightning excels at micro-transactions— sending small amounts of Bitcoin instantly and cheaply . This is pure Bitcoin technology, not altcoins or tokens . The Lightning Network uses actual Bitcoin, just moving it through payment cha...