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Board Bitcoin Technical Support
Re: Bitcoin Core 0.21 - error opening block database
by
Raini1110
on 09/12/2021, 11:43:26 UTC
I use Windows 7.

If you are using core for development, i guess that's fine.

But if you intend to store money on your PC, please don't use Win 7 anymore. It is outdated, vulnerable and won't get any security updates.
It is not just missing lots of security features which are available in Win 10, but it has known vulnerabilities too.

Do yourself a favor and update to Win 10.

I am aware of this.

How do I get rid of the error?

Is the entire BTC blockchain from BitcoinQT available for download as a ZIP?

Can I install Win 10 over Win 7 without losing my data?

I have ordered a new laptop but it takes a long time with the delivery.