Blockchain Terms You Must Know (Before You Get Started)

A beginner’s guide for the Muslim community to understand key blockchain terms in plain language

If you’re new to blockchain or planning to use DinarX on Masjid4All, you might come across some technical words. Don’t worry — you don’t need to be an expert. But it helps to understand some basic terms so you can feel confident and safe while using the technology.

Let’s break them down in simple language 👇

1. 🔐 Wallet

A wallet is a mobile app or browser tool where you can store, receive, and send digital tokens like DinarX.

It’s like a digital purse, but for crypto.

You’ll often use wallets like:

  • Trust Wallet (mobile)
  • MetaMask (mobile + browser)

Every wallet has a unique address (like your bank account number).

📌 Always keep your wallet’s recovery phrase safe. If you lose it, you lose access forever!

2. 💰 Token

A token is a digital asset — like points or credits — that you can use or trade.

  • DinarX is a token used in the Masjid4All ecosystem
  • Tokens can be earned, donated, or used to buy products/services

Think of it like duits syiling digital with real value.

3. ⛽ Gas Fee

A gas fee is a small payment you make to process a transaction on the blockchain.

Just like paying a toll to use a highway, gas fees are needed when:

  • Sending tokens
  • Confirming a smart contract

Fees are usually paid in a token called BNB (on Binance Smart Chain) or ETH (on Ethereum).

✅ Masjid4All uses BNB for lower fees, making it more affordable for the community.

4. 📜 Smart Contract

A smart contract is a computer program that runs automatically when certain rules are met — no middleman needed.

Example:
You set up a smart contract to donate RM10 worth of DinarX every Friday to your masjid. It will run on its own — like auto-sedekah.

Smart contracts are:

  • Transparent
  • Secure
  • Tamper-proof

🛡️ It’s like Islamic amanah in digital form — once agreed, it cannot be changed.

5. 🧾 Blockchain

Blockchain is the technology behind all this. It’s like a digital notebook that records every transaction.

The best part?

  • No one can secretly change it
  • Everyone can see the history
  • It’s verified by many computers around the world

That’s why it’s trusted and transparent.

6. 🌐 Decentralized

This means there is no central authority (like a bank or government) controlling everything.

Instead, many people around the world work together to maintain the system.

In the Masjid4All ecosystem, this means:

  • No single party owns the system
  • Everything is open, fair, and community-driven

7. 🔁 Swap

Swap means exchanging one token for another — like changing DinarX to BNB or vice versa using a crypto platform.

This is usually done through DeFi apps (Decentralized Finance), like:

  • PancakeSwap
  • Uniswap

📝 You’ll need a small amount of gas fee to do this.

8. 🔎 Blockchain Explorer

A tool that lets you track your transactions openly.

For example:

  • You send DinarX to your masjid
  • You can use a website like BscScan.com to check if the transaction went through

It’s like an online receipt that anyone can verify.

✅ Summary Table (Quick Reference)

TermSimple Meaning
WalletYour digital purse for tokens
TokenDigital currency like DinarX
Gas FeeSmall fee to process transactions
Smart ContractAuto-executed agreement (no middleman)
BlockchainSecure, shared online ledger
DecentralizedNo one controls everything
SwapExchange one token for another
Blockchain ExplorerTool to check your transaction status

✨ Final Thoughts

Learning these terms is your first step toward using blockchain safely and effectively. Don’t worry if you’re still confused — with practice, it will get easier.

And remember:

💬 “Ilmu itu cahaya” — Knowledge is light. The more you learn, the more empowered you become.

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