Definition ∞ Computational intensity describes the quantity of processing power and energy required to perform specific operations within a digital system. In blockchain contexts, it often relates to the complexity of cryptographic puzzles solved during the mining process. Higher intensity typically corresponds to increased resource consumption.
Context ∞ The computational intensity of proof-of-work blockchains, like Bitcoin, remains a central point of discussion regarding their environmental impact and scalability. Ongoing efforts aim to develop more efficient cryptographic algorithms and transition to alternative consensus mechanisms that reduce the energy demands of network operations.
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