Is Bitcoin really used by people?

Yes. There is a growing number of businesses and individuals using Bitcoin. This includes brick and mortar businesses like restaurants, apartments, law firms, and popular online services such as Microsoft, Dell, and Newegg. While Bitcoin remains a relatively new phenomenon, it is growing fast. At the end of March 2016, the value of all bitcoins in circulation exceeded US$ 6.5 billion with millions of dollars worth of bitcoins exchanged daily.