The Raspiblitz project, developing the Lightning Network client for microcomputers, has released an application code version 1.0.

Raspiblitz has published final instructions for deploying the Lightning node on the Raspberry PI microcomputers. The toolkit for the device frequently used for individual technical projects is aimed at creating nodes that can send small payments in Bitcoins.

The final set for the deployment of the node is equipped with a LCD screen and software that loads the color interface (indicating the Lightning Symbol ASCII and the open key of the node). Thus, the finished product gives a more visual idea of ​​what is happening with the Lightning node. Project Manager Christian Rutzoll (Christian Rootzoll) said:

In total, equipment, including Raspberry PI and memory, costs about $ 100. Some users even put PI in homemade buildings, which makes a device similar to a futuristic terminal.

Many Lightning users already use Raspiblitz, as this is the cheapest option to start the Bitcoin node. The Raspberry PI device has long been used to deploy full Bitcoin wallets, which store full copies of the blockchain, which makes microcomputers vital part of the network infrastructure.

However, Ruthzoll recognizes that such hardware nodes like Casa Node is much easier to configure for users with a low level of technical knowledge that want to try to deploy the Lightning node. But the solutions are on average more expensive by $ 300. He concluded:

LN continues to gain popularity in the Bitcoin blockchain. The other day it became known that Twitter users can now exercise

Microplates in Bitcoins via Lightning Network. In addition, solutions began to appear, simplifying the use of LN for ordinary people - recently the startup FOLD opened

The possibility of paying Pizza by Bitcoins in Lightning Network.