# Mining

DefyX allows computers to contribute in a Proof-of-Work (PoW) mining system, where computer processing power bands together to solve hashes in the Scala blockchain.

To use our command-line miner, you can download the file on Scala's' Github found [here.](https://github.com/scala-network/XLArig/releases) For any questions about the installation and use of the miner, please visit the FAQ page in the Scala Wiki.

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