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Multi-Valued Consensus

Definition

Multi-valued consensus is a type of distributed agreement where network participants must agree on a set of values or a complex data structure, rather than just a single binary decision. This capability allows for more sophisticated state transitions and complex computations within a decentralized system. It is crucial for protocols that manage rich data environments or execute intricate smart contract logic. This form of consensus expands the functionality of decentralized applications.