I just restarted my node, got this message in startup over there:
2024-03-09 04:04:20.475 W Unable to send transaction(s), no available connections
Then it went on to give this message:
2024-03-09 04:04:22.880 I You are now synchronized with the network. You may now start monero-wallet-cli.
Interested in Nostr, but it appears Gossip client for Linux is not ready for prime time. I will not allow clipboard paste of Npub with Ctrl-V. Looks like I may have to wait for another version when these bugs are worked out.
I am running a full node with the Official Monero GUI and also mining. I have not broken that connection in several days since I own a computer that doesn't need a reboot several times a day, so I haven't noticed any problems yet. Will update thread if I notice anything after power restart.
As a point of reference, when I first sync a full node after installing GUI or CLI program, it's not unusual at all for the first sync to take three or four days. I've done it several times.
After some additional education on the broad topic of decentralized communications tools, I've learned of Matrix/Element and Session Messenger, which seem to accomplish alot of the privacy and anonymity goals without the use of blockchain, yet it is decentralized, so they also will survive a widespread DNS blocking, also referred to as the Internet Kill Switch.
Sounds like a lot of work for a tiny bit of Monero, more explanation of how much it pays out might incentivize folks.
Have your Mom try Session Messenger, it does not ask for an email or a phone number, and is a little less complicated than Matrix.
It's too little, too late, by this point, any app that ties itself to your phone number unnecessarily has already been abandoned for more private, secure, and anonymous options like Session and Element/Matrix that are decentralized. The age of centralized systems that tyrannical governments can co-opt is coming to an end.
That's why I don't use Ubuntu, because of their over-reliance on snaps, which do NOT undergo the same quality controls as standard repository feeds. Stick with Debian, don't use untrusted snaps, appimages, or flatpaks. All of the three formats seek to circumvent the exhaustive vetting that gives Linux a significant advantage over Microsoft Windows. Wallets are especially sensitive for obvious reasons.
So glad to have another podcast for Monero that I can listen to. Thanks for switching to English, Alex.
I went to that allark.io site and I didn't see any support for Monero, opened up to an Ethereum quote, looks less than useful for exchanging Monero for fiat.
Heard the latest podcast on MoneroTalk on BasicSwap DEX. Impressive capabilities, however with my skills, there is insufficient information for me to safely install the application on my Linux system. Suggest more work on Installation procedure and automating the install process on Debian Based Linux systems at a minimum.
It's hard to get excited when you still can't live on Monero. I will shout from the rooftops when I can pay my bills with Monero anonymously. Things like property taxes, vehicle registration, fuel, groceries, insurance, internet and mobile svcs, etc. I am poor, so those are the only things I spend money on. Monero is best represented in selling items that are not required for day to day life, so until that changes, it's quite understandable that the Monero community lacks enthusiasm.