This book is your comprehensive guide to understanding Blockchain
and Blockchain consensus algorithms. It covers distributed systems,
distributed consensus, and relevant system models. And you'll
explore how classical and modern consensus algorithms work. The
book also covers quantum consensus and explains the role that
quantum computing plays in distributed systems. Consensus protocols
allow participants in distributed systems to agree on a common
value, despite faults. It's a fundamentally important construct in
distributed systems. As a result of rigorous and ground-breaking
research over the last four decades, many consensus mechanisms have
been developed and are used in the industry today. However, with
the advent of Blockchain technology, a renewed interest has arisen
in this area, resulting in more research and innovation. The first
Blockchain, Bitcoin, was invented in 2008 and introduced a novel
consensus protocol called Nakamoto consensus, a solution to the
Byzantine General's problem formulated almost 30 years ago. Since
the introduction of Bitcoin, the interest in Blockchain and
consensus protocols has risen exponentially. As a result,
researchers from academia and industry have proposed many new
consensus mechanisms. While fundamental goals and some techniques
remain the same as established classical protocols, these modern
protocols introduce innovative methods to achieve consensus in
Blockchain. Some classical algorithms have been modified to make
them suitable for Blockchain and some new protocols have been
developed. This book is a detailed account of classical distributed
consensus and Blockchain consensus algorithms. It explains why and
how cryptocurrencies and Blockchain remain secure and decentralized
without depending on a trusted third party. In addition, you'll
learn how Blockchain can endure, even with hundreds or thousands of
participants, out of which some might be malicious. The book
introduces quantum consensus, which deals with the problem of
reaching agreement in quantum networks and how to enhance classical
results. What You Will Learn Understand distributed systems,
distributed consensus, and relevant system models and protocols
Understand Blockchain and Blockchain consensus algorithms Know how
classical and modern consensus algorithms work Know the inner
workings of Paxos, RAFT, PBFT, HotStuff, proof of work, proof of
stake, GRANDPA, Casper, proof of history, and other consensus
protocols Understand quantum Byzantine agreement and quantum
consensus Who This Book Is For Distributed systems and Blockchain
students and researchers, Blockchain practitioners, architects,
designers, product managers, and developers This book targets many
audiences as well as those with curious minds. It explains the
classical consensus mechanisms, Blockchain age consensus protocols,
and the latest developments in distributed consensus. The book does
not assume any advanced knowledge of Blockchain or distributed
systems, but a general understanding of computing and appreciation
of Blockchain technology is helpful. Early chapters provide the
necessary background to read and understanding consensus-related
content quickly. Readers who already understand classical consensus
protocols and distributed systems but want to learn about
Blockchain consensus will find the book helpful as it covers
Blockchain age protocols in detail. Readers who have come to the
Blockchain world without any, or with little, background in
distributed systems or classical consensus protocols will find this
book equally helpful as it provides a solid understanding of
classical consensus protocols. If you have no experience in
Blockchain or don't understand distributed computing in general,
this book will give you a solid understanding of both subjects and
enable you to conduct further research in this exciting area of
distributed computing.
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