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Mining pools exist as a way for multiple devices to work together across the internet, pooling their resources in performing complex calculations to generate blocks of data. The mining 'reward' as it's known is then split proportionally amongst each participant.
The method used to allocate rewards and the final amount you'll receive will depend on the mining pool in question. In this guide we've explored five of the best known pools online today, to help you decide which is right for you.