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Sub-Quadratic Communication

Definition

Sub-quadratic communication refers to a communication complexity where the amount of data exchanged grows slower than the square of the input size. This is a desirable property in distributed systems and cryptographic protocols, especially for scalability, as it minimizes the bandwidth required for nodes to communicate and reach consensus. Achieving sub-quadratic communication is critical for improving the efficiency of large-scale blockchain networks and zero-knowledge proof systems. It directly impacts network latency and the overall cost of data transfer.