How does a decentralized structure affect the scalability of blockchain technology?

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• shanmukh cherukuriNov 03, 2023 · 2 years ago
  As an expert in the field of decentralized finance, I can say that the decentralized structure of blockchain technology has a significant impact on its scalability. While decentralization provides many benefits, such as increased security and resistance to censorship, it also introduces challenges in terms of scalability. The decentralized nature of blockchain requires every node in the network to process and store a copy of the entire blockchain, which can result in slower transaction times and increased resource requirements. However, there are several solutions being developed to address these scalability issues, such as layer 2 solutions like the Lightning Network and the use of sidechains. These solutions aim to improve the scalability of blockchain technology without compromising its decentralized nature.
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