Decentralization distributes data and control across a network, reducing reliance on a central authority.
A decentralized exchange (DEX) is a trading platform for cryptocurrencies without central intermediaries.
A desktop wallet is software installed on a computer to manage cryptocurrency holdings.
Difficulty adjustment recalibrates mining complexity every X blocks to maintain a consistent block time.
Periods when an ASIC miner is non-operational, potentially due to maintenance, power outages, or hardware issues, impacting profitability.