Protection against malware that uses the power of the host computer for mining has become a very hot topic recently. For the average user, the process of mining cryptocurrency when visiting Internet sites often remains invisible. In this regard, the popular Internet browser Opera now offers its users protection against this type of virus.
The developers recently announced on the company website that the next version of Opera will have a built-in “anti-mining” function. This feature, simply called Nocoin, is supposed to block any mining scripts that could use your device's processing power. Nocoin is also bundled with an integrated ad blocker, AdBlock.
Opera development team member Kornelia Mielczarczyk explained the feature as follows: "Bitcoin is a hot topic of discussion at the moment, but did you know that cryptocurrency mining can make your computer really hot? Your CPU suddenly starts running at 100% power, your cooler starts spinning like crazy for no apparent reason, your battery is draining quickly - these are all signs that someone is using your machine to mine cryptocurrencies. These miners can continue use your computer for your own purposes even after you have left the site. But we, the only largest browser with a built-in ad blocker, have found a solution that will help protect your computer from Internet attackers. "
No matter what browser you use, the Nocoin application can also be downloaded on Chrome and Firefox. Additionally, the lesser-known Brave browser has been offering protection against internet scammers by default since early September.
According to https://news.bitcoin.com
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