A practical guide

A mining rig is computer hardware configured to perform the calculations used by some proof-of-work networks. Depending on the network, miners compete to propose blocks and receive protocol-defined rewards. Hardware, energy use, network difficulty, and local rules all affect whether mining is practical.Mining is only one design; {blockchains use different network roles|nodes}.blockchains use different network roles

What to know

A mining rig is not required to use every cryptocurrency or play every online game. Many networks use validators instead, while applications may rely on ordinary accounts and databases for some functions. Do not assume UIGame requires mining: its public guidance focuses on its game modes and the role of UIGT.See the {platform guide|platform} for the experience UIGame describes.platform guide

Using this information

Anyone researching mining should estimate equipment and electricity costs and understand the risks before spending money. Expected rewards can change, and there is no guaranteed return. These costs are separate from a game’s rules and should not be presented as a way to earn from gameplay.