Network Health Check

Definition ∞ A network health check is a systematic assessment of the operational status, performance, and security of a blockchain network or decentralized system. This evaluation includes monitoring node activity, transaction throughput, consensus mechanism integrity, and overall network stability. It ensures the reliability and robustness of the underlying infrastructure.
Context ∞ News reports often reference network health checks when discussing the stability, security, or upgrades of various blockchain protocols. Such information is vital for understanding the operational integrity of digital asset systems and can influence investor confidence and developer activity.