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Learn what a blockchain is and how it is built using standard computer science concepts and terminology. This book explains simply and practically how a blockchain is constructed and functions. It describes how the computers form the network; how data is tracked, managed, and verified; and how software updates and hacking affect the system. This book is for programmers and technology enthusiasts who already have a general understanding of how computers, networks, and data structures work, and want to understand how these things come together to create blockchain technologies.

In 10 short chapters, you will learn the fundamentals and business cases of blockchain technology. No mathematics, code, or theory: just a comprehensive, easy-to-understand overview of what the technology does and what it can be used for. This book is perfect for business leaders who want to know some of the technical concepts and how they apply to various business problems. It gives several examples of current and potential future uses for blockchain and why they work.