Blockchain Fundamentals - Komodo Academy

Building A Decentralized Internet & Opening Up The Web

The decentralized internet is a concept revolving around the use of distributed web technologies, protocols, and applications to make the internet fundamentally more open and accessible.

11 min read Aug 31, 2023

Blockchain Fundamentals

How Blockchain Is Improving Micropayments Capabilities

Delton Rhodes

Micropayments, a term for electronic transfers of very small amounts of money, are an integral part of a variety of…

10 min read Aug 31, 2023

Blockchain Fundamentals

Equihash: An Overview & Guide of the Equihash Algorithm

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Equihash is a popular hashing algorithm used in various Proof of Work (PoW) blockchains, including Zcash and Komodo. At the…

9 min read Aug 31, 2023

Blockchain Fundamentals

Peer to Peer Network: A Lesson in P2P Networking Tech

Delton Rhodes

A peer-to-peer network results when two or more computers establish a connection to communicate and share information without going through…

8 min read Aug 31, 2023

Blockchain Fundamentals

A Beginner's Guide To Cryptocurrency Trading

Delton Rhodes

Cryptocurrency trading is becoming more and more popular as the digital asset class continues to grow rapidly. Despite ongoing volatility,…

11 min read Aug 31, 2023

Blockchain Fundamentals

Cryptocurrency Mining Explained: A Comprehensive Overview

Delton Rhodes

For many, the term mining conjures up images of dimly lit tunnels and coal clad rail carts. As such, it’…

11 min read Feb 14, 2024

Blockchain Fundamentals

What Is The Hash Function In Cryptography?

Delton Rhodes

In the ever-evolving landscape of digital security, understanding the role and functionality of cryptographic hash functions is more crucial than…

7 min read Jun 18, 2024

Blockchain Fundamentals

Proof of Work: An Overview of PoW Blockchains

Delton Rhodes

Since the inception of Bitcoin, Proof of Work has been widely used by blockchain networks as a consensus protocol that protects the network by rewarding those who secure it with mining rewards. Here's your complete guide to Proof of Work (PoW).

11 min read Aug 31, 2023