A scalable distributed system is a network of interconnected computing nodes designed to handle increasing workloads and transaction volumes by adding more resources, rather than solely upgrading existing ones. This architecture allows for growth in capacity and performance without requiring a complete redesign. Such systems are fundamental to blockchain technology, enabling decentralized networks to support a large user base. They aim to maintain performance and availability even as demand expands.
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The challenge of achieving true scalability remains a primary focus for many blockchain and decentralized application developers. Debates frequently concern the trade-offs between scalability, decentralization, and security, often referred to as the blockchain trilemma. Layer-2 solutions, sharding, and alternative consensus mechanisms are active areas of development aimed at improving the throughput of these systems.
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