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Prover Verifier Complexity

Definition

Prover verifier complexity quantifies the computational resources needed to generate and validate cryptographic proofs. This complexity refers to the efficiency of cryptographic proof systems, particularly in zero-knowledge proofs where a prover demonstrates knowledge without revealing information. It measures the computational cost for the prover to construct a proof and for the verifier to ascertain its correctness. Optimizing this complexity is crucial for the practical application of privacy-enhancing technologies and scalable blockchain solutions.