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SHA-256

Secure Hash Algorithm 256-bit; the cryptographic hash function used in Bitcoin mining.

SHA-256

Secure Hash Algorithm 256-bit; the cryptographic hash function used in Bitcoin mining.

Key Takeaways

  • Concept: SHA-256 is a fundamental part of the Bitcoin ecosystem.
  • Importance: Understanding this helps in mastering how decentralized finance works.
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