Definition ∞ Decentralized Consensus Security pertains to the mechanisms that safeguard a blockchain network from attacks and confirm the integrity of its distributed ledger. This security depends on a network of independent participants agreeing on the validity of transactions and the order of blocks, rendering it resilient to single points of failure or malicious control. Proof-of-Work and Proof-of-Stake are common examples of such mechanisms.
Context ∞ Decentralized consensus security is fundamental to the trustworthiness and resilience of public blockchains, with ongoing discussions about the energy consumption of certain models. News often covers discussions around protocol improvements, such as Ethereum’s shift to Proof-of-Stake, which seek to enhance security and efficiency. The strength of these consensus mechanisms directly affects investor confidence and network adoption.
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