Networked Applications: Blockchain Analysis of Bitcoin and Ethereum
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This report provides a comprehensive analysis of Bitcoin and Ethereum, two prominent applications of blockchain technology. It begins with an introduction to blockchain and its decentralized platform, highlighting the report's focus on these two applications. The report delves into the field and purpose of Bitcoin as an innovative payment network and Ethereum as an open-source software platform for building decentralized applications and smart contracts. It then explores the working models of both applications, emphasizing the use of cryptographic keys in Bitcoin transactions and the automated execution of smart contracts in Ethereum. The report also addresses the scalability issues associated with both applications, such as the transaction limits in Bitcoin and the challenges in scaling Ethereum due to its decentralized nature. Furthermore, it examines the features and weaknesses of each application, including Bitcoin's anonymity and fast transaction processing versus potential for money loss, and Ethereum's decentralized platform and custom-built blockchain versus the cost of implementation. Finally, the report discusses the socio-technical aspects of Bitcoin and Ethereum, considering the increasing adoption of smart contracts and the potential impact on various sectors. The report concludes by summarizing the key findings and emphasizing the decentralized nature of blockchain and its impact on these applications.
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