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The Lightning Network (LN) is a second 'layer,' built on top of the Bitcoin Protocol. As a result all transactions on LN are backed up by the full security of the Bitcoin network. Lightning is designed for instant payments between nodes, but similar to running a Bitcoin node, running your own is the only way to be sovereign. When you have your own node, you will have the convenience of linking a Lightning wallet, for use on the go. It is also possible to earn an income (granted a very small one at this time), if you are willing to learn how to become a 'routing node.' The Lightning Network (LN) is a second 'layer,' built on top of the Bitcoin Protocol. As a result all transactions on LN are backed up by the full security of the Bitcoin network. Lightning is designed for instant payments between nodes, but similar to running a Bitcoin node, running your own is the only way to be sovereign. When you have your own node, you will have the convenience of linking a Lightning wallet, for use on the go. It is also possible to earn an income (granted a very small one at this time), if you are willing to learn how to become a 'routing node.'
How do I get started with the Lightning Network?
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You might like to check out our video on Using the Lightning Network
.. youtube:: rAvoUNsobws
I opened a Lightning channel, but my local balance is lower than I expected. Where is the remainder? I opened a Lightning channel, but my local balance is lower than I expected. Where is the remainder?
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A fee to close the channel (onchain) is set aside at opening. A fee to close the channel (onchain) is set aside at opening.