This repository contains an alpha shell script that tests the Round-Trip Time (RTT) of various cryptocurrency mining pools. The script helps miners identify the pool with the shortest RTT, making it easier to decide which pool to use for mining. The script will continue to evolve, with ongoing expansions and optimizations planned over time. Please note that this script is provided "as is," and I want to emphasize that I accept no liability for any potential damages resulting from its use.

• Alpha shell script for testing Round-Trip Time (RTT) of mining pools.
• Planned expansion with new features.
• Ongoing optimizations for improved performance.

To run the script, execute it with superuser privileges:

sudo ./gntl_pool_nping.sh

The script will test the RTT of various cryptocurrency mining pools and provide you with results based on the fastest response times.

This project is licensed under the GNU General Public License Version 2, June 1991.

This script is inspired by the work of Acktarius and his script ping_ccx_pool. While not a direct fork, I thank him for the idea and approach that contributed to the development of this script.

To function properly, this script requires the nping utility and the jq utility, which are part of the nmap package and jq respectively. If nping or jq are not installed, the script will prompt you to install the necessary packages.

Disclaimer: Please be aware that this script is currently in its alpha stage and is undergoing testing. It is provided on an "as is" basis, and I assume no responsibility for any potential damages resulting from its use. Use it responsibly and at your own risk.

• 1.0.0-a.1 Initial Commit

• 1.1.0-a.1 Multi system functionality

  • Added functionality to detect which OS is being used.
  • Added functionality for package managers yum, dnf, and zypper.

• 1.2.0-a.1

  Minor changes:
  • Added Debug mode for testing
  • Colors fleshed out better
  • check_command_installed - jq and nmap
  • OS detection for later
  • User pool choice input validation tuned
  • Progress bar tuned

Major changes:

• Moved from a static array for pools to dynamically fetching pool data via an API.
• Though not all API data is currently in use, it lays the foundation for upcoming enhancements and features.

• @sudoebm