What is peer-to-peer (Peer-to-peer, P2P) in cryptocurrencies?
Peer-to-peer (P2P, "equal to equal") is a model of decentralized interaction in which network participants exchange data and value directly, without a mandatory intermediary.
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What is a node in cryptocurrencies?
A node is a computer connected to a cryptocurrency network that stores blockchain data and verifies transactions according to the protocol rules, sustaining the operation of a decentralized system without a single center.
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