Decentralization and Blockchain Technology
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What is the fundamental principle that underpins blockchain technology?

  • Centralization
  • Hierarchy
  • Decentralization (correct)
  • Authoritarianism
  • In a traditional centralized system, who usually holds the keys to all operations?

  • A single entity or authority (correct)
  • Corrupt individuals
  • Every participant in the system
  • The government
  • What could be a potential risk in a centralized system if the central authority becomes corrupt or fails?

  • Increased transparency
  • Lost records and financial instability (correct)
  • Enhanced security
  • Improved efficiency
  • What role do participants play in maintaining and validating data in a decentralized system like blockchain?

    <p>Nodes or participants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do consensus mechanisms work in the blockchain network?

    <p>They enable all participants to agree on transaction validity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the consensus mechanism do in a blockchain network?

    <p>Validates transactions in harmony</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main goal of both proof of work and proof of stake in a blockchain network?

    <p>Maintain harmony in the network</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do cryptographic hash functions contribute to the security of a blockchain network?

    <p>Ensure every block has a unique fingerprint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are hash functions considered integral to fortifying the immutability of a blockchain ledger?

    <p>They convert data into unique strings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way do cryptographic hash functions resemble fingerprints in a blockchain?

    <p>Both provide unique identities</p> Signup and view all the answers

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