Optimization of the use of bandwidth in the Bitcoin-Qt client
Congratulations for completing the first download process/Blockchain verification in the Bitcoin-QT client! It is exciting to see how the offices for transactions and the activity of the network are growing with the beginning of mining. However, it is also necessary to effectively manage the use of bandwidth in the river to avoid slowing the internet connection.
In this article, we will examine the ways to limit the use of bandwidth in your Bitcoin-Qt client.
Why is the use of my ability high?
Before immersing ourselves in the solutions, we understand why the use of bandwidth can be high:
- Transaction commissions : The increase in commissions of activities and network transactions can lead to a significant increase in capacity.
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Limit the use of bandwidth in the Bitcoin-Qt client
To optimize the use of bandwidth, follow the following steps:
1. Update your Bitcoin-QT client
Make sure you have the latest version of the Bitcoin-QT client installed. Updates often include performance improvements and error corrections that can help reduce the use of bandwidth.
2. Disable transaction commissions (optional)
By default, Bitcoin-Qt does not generate transaction commissions. To disable this function:
- Go to
Settings>
Options >
mining
- Distribute the field next to “Turn on the transaction commissions”
3. Regulates the block size and difficulty
The increase in the size of the block or difficulty can help reduce transactions commissions, which leads to a lower capacity.
- To increase the block size:
+ Go to
settings >
options >
mining
+ Deselect the field next to the “block size”
+ Click
Apply , then
OK
- To reduce the difficulty:
+ Go to
settings >
options >
mining
+ Select the field next to “difficulties”
+ Sets a new level of difficulty (eg 0.8)
4. Use a more efficient extraction algorithm
Bitcoin-QT uses the SHA-256 algorithm, which can be less efficient than other algorithms such as Scarypt or Arbitzz.
- To go to another mining algorithm:
+ Go to
settings >
options >
mining
+ Click the Algorithm Menu and select the favorite algorithm
+ Click
Apply
5. Monitor the Internet connection
Keep an eye on your speed and use the Internet to make sure it is not slowed down from other activities.
- Use the speed test tool (e.g. speedtest.net) to monitor speed/download speeds.
- Identify any suspicious action that can be caused by congestion.
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Following these steps, you should be able to reduce the use of bandwidth in the Bitcoin-QT client and optimize its performance. Remember to regularly update the customer and adjust the settings if necessary to obtain a balance between mining activity and the speed of the Internet connection.
Happy extraction!