What does Ethereum really mean to us? Is it just another cryptocurrency imitating bitcoin or is it just a distributed software platform that can run various applications on a public blockchain? As a software developer, I can assure you that Ethereum is much bigger than how it is currently defined in the standard Wikipedia article.
Take your time to read the following definition. Pause, close your eyes, and think about it. The following definition broadcasts a subtle but very powerful message. It says to us:
Here is a 24/7 computing system, which you can have with zero upfront cost. You can copy it, use it, imitate it, tinker with it, play with it, and tweak it to meet your needs. Not only that, you can invent your own personalized currency with it and offer it whoever is willing to own it. In return, you will provide them with some service, which is permanently...