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Hardware Security Module (HSM)

A physical computing device designed to safeguard and manage cryptographic keys, typically used by enterprises...

Hardware Wallet

A physical device specifically designed to store cryptocurrency private keys offline. 

HD Wallet (Hierarchical Deterministic)

A cryptocurrency wallet that generates all keys from a single master seed using a mathematical...

HDD

Hard Disk Drive. System drives should never be used for cold storage due to persistent...

HODL

A strategy of holding cryptocurrency long-term, regardless of price volatility. 

Hot Wallet

A cryptocurrency wallet that remains connected to the internet, allowing immediate access for sending, receiving,...