ASIC (application specific integrated circuit)

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ASIC (application specific integrated circuit) Coins are coins based on the SHA-256 algorithm and are best mined with an ASIC adapter.  These ASIC adapters are usually attached via USB to your computer or are standalone devices connected to your network.
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Bit Coin is example of a popular SHA-256 coin.  Actually the first cryptocoin to gain mass acceptance around the globe.