Hi I'm also Noob to mining.
I have a small USB antminer that although not profitable I can take it with my laptop...Portable means I end up plugging it in everywhere. Got me more interested and learned a little on the way. I do have some computer equipment that sure is helpful for mining (Old servers etc but living in UK not sure would be economical to ship. Good luck
If anyone from the UK, Wales especially is interested in setting up mining equipment/networking please drop me a msg
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IDZ