I agree Hive account@thepixelprincess cryptocurrencies weren't something I was familiar with either until about a year ago as well. Although I didn't discover STEEM until December. I don't really have much time to put into research to to much as I'm currently finishing up my PharmD degree. However, one thing I have been more and more curious about is mining. Again, haven't had all the time in the world to research it and don't have the space for a mining rig. I've looked into some pools, but none really seemed worth while. What do you recommend?