consensus algorithm in blockchain technology
A consensus algorithm in blockchain technology is a process or set of rules that enables multiple participants in a decentralized network to come to an agreement on the validity and order of transactions without the need for a central authority. It ensures that all participants reach a consensus on the state of the blockchain, making it reliable and immutable.
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