CEF Education - Mining

Whenever I speak to someone regarding crypto who hasn't previously educated themselves on the topic always seem to have a huge misunderstanding when it comes to mining. Perhaps it is the word that throws them off - Mining. Maybe they picture little men inside a computer mining away, I don't know. Regardless, what this resource intends to do is clear the air around Mining and break it down to its core. This resource will be broken down as follows: What is Crypto Mining? 1. Mining step by step process 2. Mining Pools 3. BTC Mining Process