Introduction
to Blockchain
Part 2
Understanding the basics of
the digital ledger.
presented by
Lucky Star & Digital Altar
Blockchain technology is rapidly transforming how we manage and interact with data.
At its core, blockchain is a secure, decentralized system, ensuring transactions
are transparent and verifiable across a network of computers. But what makes it so
revolutionary, and how is it shaping the future of the digital world? In this guide, we’ll
explore the basics of blockchain, its key features, and how it powers Web3.
Blockchain is a secure digital ledger that
records transactions across a distributed
network. Instead of relying on a single
authority like traditional databases,
blockchain technology distributes control
across many participants, creating a
transparent and tamper-resistant system.
Each transaction is grouped into a block
and added to the chain, forming a
permanent, unchangeable record.
What is blockchain?
Blockchain & Web3
Blockchain serves as the backbone of
Web3 — the next version of the internet.
Web3 empowers users by giving them
greater control over their data and digital
assets.
Blockchain technology enables
decentralized applications (dApps) to run
without the need for centralized
intermediaries, ensuring privacy,
transparency, and security in online
interactions.
Whether for storing data, making
transactions, or maintaining digital
identities, blockchain underpins the entire
Web3 ecosystem.
While both Bitcoin and Ethereum are built
on blockchain technology, they are often
used for different purposes. Bitcoin is
primarily used as a digital currency, ideal
for secure peer-to-peer transactions.
Ethereum, on the other hand, is often used
for its robust ecosystem of decentralized
applications. Ethereum’s smart contracts
allow developers to create and run dApps,
which automate processes and
agreements without intermediaries.
Bitcoin vs Ethereum:
What’s the difference?
Blockchain’s decentralized nature is one of
its greatest strengths. Instead of a single
entity verifying and managing transactions,
a network of users (called nodes) does the
work. This decentralized approach ensures
that no single point of failure can
compromise the system. Transactions are
validated through consensus, making
blockchain highly resistant to fraud,
tampering, and cyberattacks. This level of
security is key to its growing adoption
across industries.
Decentralization and security.
The "blocks" in blockchain contain
transaction data that is verified and
added to a public ledger. Once a block is
verified, it is added to the chain in a way
that is permanent and immutable. This
transparency means that every
participant in the network has access to
the same information, ensuring trust and
accountability. Every transaction is
timestamped and recorded across the
network, preventing any changes once it
is part of the blockchain.
The Digital Ledger:
How blockchain works.
Blockchain is transforming industries by offering a secure, decentralized way to manage data and
transactions. As the foundation for web3, it allows users to interact online with greater control,
transparency, and security. From cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin to decentralized applications on
Ethereum, blockchain is paving the way for a more user-centered digital future.
The digital future is on blockchain.
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This piece was written by Lucky Star, with technical guidance and editing by Digital Altar.
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