In this post I look back on my personal Top 5 post of 2017 for the #my2017top5 challenge. Let's bring them back to life! https://steemitimages.com/DQmWKEqTHFv6CxcRLWKi3R3WUQaX8JyQaGifKwPdijfj9JH/ants-leafcutter.jpg image source This contest was invented by @rocking-dave and I was nominated to participate by @canadianrenegade. The contest hosted by Dave is already over, but that doesn't mean we can't keep the challenge going, right? I really like this challenge because it allows me to revive a few posts from 2017 that didn't get too much love but I still think they are great.

## Here are the *new rules for the challenge:

Make a #my2017top5 post with your 5 best posts of 2017.
Make a comment on my post with a link to your post.
Nominate 5 people for this challenge
Your nominees should link their posts to your #my2017top5 post.
That is all, we are just having fun here :)

https://steemitimages.com/DQmcEDmrh5ANTbksmJASiBBBC9vPvAf9p1uXh1muMyg84zL/F.jpg # Here Are My Personal Top 5 Posts!

## 1. Leafcutter Ants - The First Developers Of Decentralized Systems

I believe one of my most interesting post, which explores how decentralization can be found in nature. The participants of the ant colony display an intelligent pattern of interaction that allows the creation of a functioning and regulated super-organism.Each ant contributes for the benefit of the entire colony. [[Read Full Post]](https://steemit.com/science/@cryptonik/leafcutter-ants-the-first-developers-of-decentralized-systems)

## 2. Ghostery - How To Protect Yourself From Internet Tracking

In this article I present a tutorial that shows how to install one of the most important plug-ins I work with. There is an awesome add-on is called Ghostery and it identifies, shows and blocks trackers during your browsing session. [[Read Full Post]](https://steemit.com/security/@cryptonik/ghostery-how-to-protect-yourself-from-internet-tracking)

## 3. The FCC Wants To Kill Net Neutrality - Why You Should Care

I think the title says it all. The FCC is doing everything in their power to kill the free internet. This is a topic I am most passionate about and I think that everyone should care about this. [[Read Full Post]](https://steemit.com/news/@cryptonik/net-neutrality-why-you-should-care)

## 4. Please Be Aware Of This Hack - Secure Your Cryptos

If you haven't yet read this - read this. I am looking at one of the prime ways hackers steal crypto's these days and how you can protect yourself. [[Read Full Post]](https://steemit.com/crypto-news/@cryptonik/please-aware-of-this-hack-secure-your-cryptos)

## 5. Atomic Swaps - Blockchain Technology Explained

Just a me getting nerdy about new blockchain tech. In this article I provide an easy to understand explanation on how atomic swaps can provide instant conversion of coins between two parties. [[Read Full Post]](https://steemit.com/bitcoin/@cryptonik/atomic-swaps-explained) https://steemitimages.com/DQmcEDmrh5ANTbksmJASiBBBC9vPvAf9p1uXh1muMyg84zL/F.jpg Special thanks to @kristyglas, who made these sweet dividers^ ## Now for my Nominations:
@artsygoddess @maxinpower @soulturtle @rougebot @asperger-kids ## I hope you enjoyed my Top 5! I'm looking forward to seeing yours :)

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