Cryptocurrency Q&A What is a legacy account in SegWit?

What is a legacy account in SegWit?

DondaejiDelightful DondaejiDelightful Thu Dec 26 2024 | 7 answers 2411
I'm trying to understand the concept of a legacy account in the context of SegWit. Could someone explain what it is and how it differs from other types of accounts in this setting? What is a legacy account in SegWit?

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AltcoinAdventurer AltcoinAdventurer Fri Dec 27 2024
The distinction between SegWit and Legacy addresses lies in their origin and function.

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Nicola Nicola Fri Dec 27 2024
The word "Segregated" in SegWit implies a separation of elements within a transaction.

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CryptoChieftain CryptoChieftain Fri Dec 27 2024
Legacy address represents the original format used for BTC transactions.

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Valentina Valentina Fri Dec 27 2024
Specifically, it separates the transaction signatures from the transaction data.

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Ilaria Ilaria Fri Dec 27 2024
In contrast, SegWit is a newer address format introduced to enhance transaction efficiency.

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