Blockchain

Consensus Mechanism

Also called Consensus protocol.

The method by which a distributed network agrees on the validity and ordering of transactions. Solana combines Proof of History with Proof of Stake.

Source: Solana documentation · reviewed 2026-09-08

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Blockchain

A distributed ledger in which participants maintain and validate a shared sequence of records using a defined protocol.

Solana

A blockchain network designed for high-throughput transaction processing.

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