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Bitcoin's 15+ year security history, larger validator network, and institutional backing (NIST standards compliance) make it more resistant to 51% attacks. Litecoin remains secure for its use cases but has lower absolute security than Bitcoin."},{"question":"Can I use Litecoin to buy things like Bitcoin?","answer":"Litecoin is accepted by fewer merchants than Bitcoin—approximately 2,000 merchants globally vs 15,000+ for Bitcoin. However, Litecoin's lower fees ($0.10-$0.50 vs $8-$15) and faster confirmation (2.5 min vs 10 min) make it more practical for small purchases. Major platforms like Overstock and some payment processors accept both."},{"question":"Is Litecoin a good investment compared to Bitcoin?","answer":"Bitcoin has 99x greater market cap, stronger institutional adoption, and legal recognition in more jurisdictions, making it the safer long-term store of value. Litecoin offers higher volatility and growth potential as an alternative, but with significantly lower liquidity. Investment choice depends on risk tolerance and use case—Bitcoin for institutional portfolios, Litecoin for speculative positions."},{"question":"Why does Bitcoin have higher fees than Litecoin?","answer":"Bitcoin's 10-minute block time and 7 TPS throughput create network congestion, driving competition for limited block space—fees increase to $8-$15 during peak demand. Litecoin's 2.5-minute blocks and 56 TPS capacity provide more transaction space, keeping fees at $0.10-$0.50. Bitcoin prioritizes decentralization and security over speed; Litecoin optimizes for transaction volume."},{"question":"Will Litecoin ever surpass Bitcoin in value?","answer":"Historically unlikely given Bitcoin's 15-year head start, institutional adoption, regulatory clarity, and network effects. Litecoin's 84 million supply cap vs Bitcoin's 21 million means individual coin value is inherently lower at equivalent market cap. 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