Hugo

Hey, I'm Hugo — 13 years old, crypto nerd, and one half of solominer.com. I got into Bitcoin mining when I found out you could literally make money with a computer. Since then I've been reading everything about hashrates, ASIC miners, and solo mining. I write the technical guides and glossary entries because I love breaking down complex stuff into simple explanations. When I'm not researching mining hardware, I'm probably building something with Raspberry Pi or arguing with Makar about which coin to mine next. https://gravatar.com/mysteriouslywonderland55fd8c3377

Solo Mine Ethereum Classic GPU: Complete Etchash Guide 2026

23 February 202620 February 2026 by Hugo

Learn how to solo mine Ethereum Classic with your GPU using Etchash. Hardware picks, setup steps, realistic odds, and what I wish I knew before starting.

How to Solo Mine Bitcoin with CKPool: Complete Setup Guide

26 February 202620 February 2026 by Hugo

Learn to solo mine Bitcoin using CKPool with this detailed configuration guide. Real setup steps, stratum URLs, and honest odds assessment included.

Solo Mining Wallet Guide: Choose the Right One (2026)

20 February 202619 February 2026 by Hugo

Complete solo mining wallet guide: Learn which wallets actually work for solo miners, which ones to avoid, and how to set them up correctly. Real experience.

Solo Mining vs Lottery Mining: What’s the Real Difference?

26 February 202619 February 2026 by Hugo

Solo mining vs lottery mining: understand the key differences, profitability odds, and which approach actually makes sense for your hardware setup.

Solo Mining Pool Explained: How CKPool & Others Actually Work

23 February 202619 February 2026 by Hugo

Solo mining pools sound like a contradiction, right? Here’s how services like CKPool let you mine solo while connecting to their infrastructure.

Solo Mining Terminology: Essential Terms Every Miner Must Know

23 February 202619 February 2026 by Hugo

Learn the essential terminology for solo mining — from hashrate to orphan blocks. Simple explanations of every term that matters when mining solo.

Best USB Bitcoin Miner 2026: Are They Actually Worth It?

23 February 202619 February 2026 by Hugo

USB Bitcoin miners tested: hashrate, power draw, and honest ROI calculations. My lab results show whether these tiny devices make sense in 2026.

Flux GPU Mining Profitability: Real Numbers & Best Practices

23 February 202619 February 2026 by Hugo

Flux GPU mining profitability analyzed: ROI calculations, best graphics cards, electricity costs, and honest income expectations for 2026.

Glossary- Mining Hardware

4 February 202629 January 2026 by Hugo

Various mining hardware: ASIC, GPU, USB miner flat lay

One-sentence definition: Mining hardware is the specialized computer equipment used to solve complex math problems in order to mine Bitcoin and earn rewards. Why it matters: The type of mining hardware you choose directly affects your chances of successfully mining Bitcoin and how much electricity you’ll use. Small miners typically start with a single ASIC … Read more

What are the chances of mining a block with a mini-miner?

23 February 202629 January 2026 by Hugo

USB miner next to Bitcoin coin with dice suggesting probability

Key Takeaways: Mini-miners have extremely low chances of mining a Bitcoin block due to their tiny hashrate compared to the global network Solo mining with a mini-miner is more like a lottery ticket than a reliable income source Understanding the math behind mining odds helps set realistic expectations for hobbyists Introduction Mini-miners are small, low-power … Read more