5 Questions
What is a hash function?
A function that takes some data and produces a digest of a fixed size
What are the properties of a strong hash function?
Deterministic, pseudorandom, one-way, fast to compute, collision-resistant
What is public-key cryptography?
Cryptography based on two keys: one public key, one private key
What is the consensus mechanism used by Bitcoin?
Proof-of-work
What will be covered in the next section?
Blockchain storage and data storage on chain
Test your knowledge on the basics of blockchain technology and cryptography with this Learning Retrospective quiz. Brush up on important topics such as hash functions and data privacy, and see how much you retained from this week's lessons. Perfect for anyone looking to solidify their understanding of blockchain foundations.
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