#CEXvsDEX101 - CEXs offer speed, ease of use, and customer support—great for beginners and large trades. DEXs provide more privacy, self-custody, and access to a wider range of tokens, but with more complexity and risk. I prefer CEXs for fiat on/off ramps and **DEXs for niche tokens or DeFi strategies. When choosing, I consider security, liquidity, and control over assets. For DEX first-timers: double-check wallet addresses, use small amounts first, and beware of scam tokens..