Zecwallet Lite: How to install this Zcash wallet on GNU/Linux?
A few days ago, we returned to the subject of free and open technologies and apps in the Blockchain and DeFi field, and we showed how to install the official zcash wallet type Full Node (Full-node wallet), in other words, Zcashd. Although, there is also another known unofficial ZecwalletFullNode. However, today we will address a useful and practical alternative to wallet for Zcash (ZEC) call «Zecwallet Lite».
And why is it better to install and use Zecwallet Lite? Because, it is not full node (full-node). And therefore, it is faster to install and use. In addition, we can manage it both from our computersas devices , no matter what your Operating System is.
Zcash: How to install the Zcash cryptocurrency wallet on GNU/Linux?
And as usual, before we dive into today's topic of how to install cryptocurrency wallets existing, specifically on the wallet for Zcash (ZEC) call «Zecwallet Lite», we will leave for those interested the following links to some previous related publications. In such a way that they can easily explore them, if necessary, after finishing reading this publication:
“Zcash is a digital currency, or cryptocurrency, like Bitcoin. And its similarity to Bitcoin comes from the fact that it was built on the basis of its original code. However, one of the main differences between most Cryptocurrencies and ZCash is that, in the former, each transaction is tracked and managed in a public and decentralized blockchain, that is, they expose the history of transactions and possessions to all. the world. Whereas, Zcash allows the use of shielded transactions that are completely private.” Zcash: How to install the Zcash cryptocurrency wallet on GNU/Linux?
Zecwallet Lite: Cross-Platform Digital Wallet for Zcash
What is Zecwallet Lite?
According to his Official website, «Zecwallet Lite» is briefly described by its developers as follows:
“Zecwallet Lite is a fully featured armored wallet for Zcash. It syncs in less than a minute. No need to download the blockchain.”
However, in its official website on GitHub add the following in detail:
“Zecwallet Lite is the first Sapling compatible light wallet client for Zcash. It has full support for all Zcash features, including being able to send and receive fully shielded transactions, support for transparent addresses and transactions, full support for incoming and outgoing memos, and full encryption of private keys, using viewkeys to synchronize the chain of blocks (blockchain)”.
How to install Zecwallet Lite on GNU/Linux?
For the installation and use of Zecwallet Lite on GNU/Linux we can use both its installer in .deb format and its portable executable in AppImage format. In this current practical case, we will use the first mentioned. This is because, like the previous times, we will be using the usual Respin (Live and Installable Snapshot) which is based on MX Linux y Debian GNU / Linux, which name is Miracles.
Which is built following our «Guide to Snapshot MX Linux» and optimized for Crypto Assets Digital Mining. Following, among many recommendations, those included in our publication called «Convert your GNU / Linux into an Operating System suitable for Digital Mining».
So, once you have downloaded the installer file in .deb format from here, we continue with its installation and configuration, using an existing wallet, which in turn, is active from a android mobile device. As shown in the pictures below:
- Installing the .deb package via terminal
- Running Zecwallet Lite via main menu
- Upload and sync with the Zcash blockchain
- Restoration of existing wallet on Zecwallet Lite
- Exploring the graphical interface of Zecwallet Lite
Important additional information
What are full-node wallets?
“A full-node wallet is suitable for users who want to mine Zcash and validate transactions and blocks, as well as send and receive ZEC. Keep in mind that to use a full node wallet, your computer will have to sync the entire blockchain, which is time and memory intensive.”
What is Zecwallet FullNode?
“Zecwallet FullNode is a cross-platform (Windows, macOS and GNU/Linux) full-node wallet, which in turn works as a graphical user interface (GUI) for Zcashd. In addition, it includes an embedded full node. Which has Fast Sync, which allows the synchronization of the Zcash block chain up to 33% faster than in an external node”.
The future of Zecwallet
“After working on Zecwallet for more than 4 years, I have decided to retire from Zecwallet and move on to other projects. It's been a fun 4 years, building various Zecwallet projects. I've tried to get another team to take over Zecwallet, but haven't had much luck so far. If no one takes over Zecwallet, it will be deprecated for the next 6 months, to give existing users a chance to switch to a new wallet.”
Summary
In short, and as can be seen, zecwallet lite» It is a great alternative to manage our funds in Zcash (ZEC). which, as we already know, is a copen source decentralized riptocurrency which guarantees privacy and transparency selective of our transactions. Furthermore, Zecwallet Lite is really useful and practical, since it can be used both from our mobile devices and from our computers.
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