1. Introduction & Overview 1.1 What is SHA-256? SHA-256 (Secure Hash Algorithm 256-bit) is a cryptographic hash function that converts any input data into a fixed-length 256-bit (32-byte) string of…
1. Introduction & Overview What is Zero-Knowledge Proof? A Zero-Knowledge Proof (ZKP) is a cryptographic protocol that allows one party (the prover) to convince another party (the verifier) that a…
1. Introduction & Overview What is Encryption? Encryption is the process of transforming readable data (plaintext) into an unreadable format (ciphertext) using mathematical algorithms and keys. Only authorized parties with…
1. Introduction & Overview What is a Digital Signature? A digital signature is a cryptographic technique used to ensure: In simpler terms, it’s like a digital fingerprint of data, uniquely…
1. Introduction & Overview What is a Private Key? A private key is a secret alphanumeric string used in cryptography to: It is the core security component in cryptoblockcoins and…
1. Introduction & Overview What is a Public Key? A Public Key is a cryptographic code that allows users to receive funds in blockchain-based systems. In public-key cryptography (asymmetric cryptography),…
1. Introduction & Overview What is a Hash Function? A hash function is a cryptographic algorithm that takes an arbitrary-size input (data) and produces a fixed-size output, commonly referred to…
Introduction & Overview The genesis block is the foundational element of any blockchain, serving as the first block in the chain and setting the stage for all subsequent transactions and…
1. Introduction & Overview In blockchain ecosystems, the term “fork” describes a situation where the blockchain network diverges into two possible paths forward. These forks can occur due to protocol…
Introduction & Overview What is Miner? A Miner in cryptoblockcoins refers to a participant (individual, entity, or hardware/software setup) in a blockchain network that validates transactions, solves complex mathematical puzzles,…