Definition ∞ Uncompensated Computation describes a situation in a computing system where a party performs processing tasks without receiving appropriate remuneration or incentive for their effort. In blockchain networks, this can occur if transactions are processed or validated without sufficient fees to cover the computational resources expended. Such scenarios can disincentivize network participants and degrade service quality.
Context ∞ In blockchain ecosystems, Uncompensated Computation is a concern for network maintainers and miners, as it can affect the economic viability of operating nodes. News reports on network congestion or changes in transaction fee mechanisms sometimes address how these issues relate to ensuring fair compensation for computational work. Balancing user costs with adequate incentives for network participants is a constant challenge in decentralized system design.
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