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This appears to be a snapshot of the current state of the Bitcoin network, specifically its node and capacity metrics. Here's a breakdown of the key points:
**Network Size**
* **Channel count**: 45,063 - This is the number of payment channels active on the network. Payment channels allow for faster and more efficient transactions between parties.
* **Node count**: 14,913 - The total number of nodes (computers) connected to the Bitcoin network.
**Capacity**
* **Total capacity**: 5,273 BTC - This is the total amount of Bitcoin that can be transferred through the network at any given time. It's calculated by multiplying the total node count by a certain value.
* **Average Capacity**: 11,701,616 sats (Satoshis) - Satoshis are the smallest denomination of Bitcoin, equivalent to 0.000001 BTC or $0.00001 USD. This metric gives an idea of how much capacity is being utilized on average.
**Node Types**
* **Tor Nodes**: 10,457 - Tor nodes are a subset of nodes that are connected through the Tor network for added anonymity.
* **Clearnet Nodes**: 1,855 - Clearnet nodes connect directly to the internet without using Tor or other anonymizing networks.
* **Unannounced Nodes**: 1,154 - These nodes do not announce themselves as nodes on the network but still participate in various roles like relaying transactions.
**Transaction Fees**
* **Average Fee Rate**: 757 ppm (parts per million) - This is an estimate of how much of a fee to expect when sending a transaction. A higher rate suggests more congested network conditions.
* **Average Base Fee**: 964 msats (milli-satoshis) - The base fee that is charged for all transactions on the Bitcoin network, regardless of size or type.
These metrics provide insights into the health and performance of the Bitcoin network at a given moment.
**Network Size**
* **Channel count**: 45,063 - This is the number of payment channels active on the network. Payment channels allow for faster and more efficient transactions between parties.
* **Node count**: 14,913 - The total number of nodes (computers) connected to the Bitcoin network.
**Capacity**
* **Total capacity**: 5,273 BTC - This is the total amount of Bitcoin that can be transferred through the network at any given time. It's calculated by multiplying the total node count by a certain value.
* **Average Capacity**: 11,701,616 sats (Satoshis) - Satoshis are the smallest denomination of Bitcoin, equivalent to 0.000001 BTC or $0.00001 USD. This metric gives an idea of how much capacity is being utilized on average.
**Node Types**
* **Tor Nodes**: 10,457 - Tor nodes are a subset of nodes that are connected through the Tor network for added anonymity.
* **Clearnet Nodes**: 1,855 - Clearnet nodes connect directly to the internet without using Tor or other anonymizing networks.
* **Unannounced Nodes**: 1,154 - These nodes do not announce themselves as nodes on the network but still participate in various roles like relaying transactions.
**Transaction Fees**
* **Average Fee Rate**: 757 ppm (parts per million) - This is an estimate of how much of a fee to expect when sending a transaction. A higher rate suggests more congested network conditions.
* **Average Base Fee**: 964 msats (milli-satoshis) - The base fee that is charged for all transactions on the Bitcoin network, regardless of size or type.
These metrics provide insights into the health and performance of the Bitcoin network at a given moment.