Fork

Blockchain forks occur when networks split due to updates or disagreements. Discover the difference between hard and soft forks and why they matter.

A blockchain fork refers to a split in a blockchain's network, creating several updated versions of a blockchain.As blockchains are open-source, users can propose modifications and improvements.If the miners of the network cannot reach a unanimous decision on a proposition, the blockchain will split into several networks.At this point, miners can choose which network they want to continue using.There are two kinds of blockchain forks:

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