How to enter a new chain

The decentralized crypto ecosystem is made up of more than a dozen active blockchains, the largest of which features hundreds of decentralized applications (dApps). All of these blockchains exist because no blockchain is perfect; each has strengths and weaknesses. Each must make compromises between attributes like speed, security, cost, compatibility (with other blockchains), and more.

The tradeoffs can be so stark that some blockchains have dApps that just aren’t feasible on other chains. As you become more familiar with crypto and DeFi, you will likely want to enter new chains to enjoy unique or optimal applications.

This guide will show you the best practices when you enter a blockchain for the first time.
How to enter a new chain
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