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Protocol Specification Augmentation

Definition

Protocol specification augmentation refers to the process of adding new features, functionalities, or improvements to an existing blockchain protocol’s design document. This involves modifying the rules and parameters that govern how the network operates, often through community proposals and consensus mechanisms. Augmentations aim to enhance performance, security, scalability, or introduce new capabilities to the system. It is a method for continuous evolution of decentralized networks.