what are the different types of cryptocurrencies?
The list isn't too short as there are more than 1k cryptocurrencies, and many popping up daily in the name of tokens through the ICO type.
what are the major differeces?
There are a lot consisting of, but not limited to:
- Their algorithm (SHA256, X11, SCRYPT, etc).
- Their total supply
- Their features (anonymity level, transaction fees, block size, block times, addresses)
These cryptocurrencies probably share the same idea, i.e.; getting the job done under decentralization (without anybody's involvement) whether it is related to Agriculture or Accounting or Telecommunication, even Music.