Questions tagged [pow]

GwanghwamunGuardianAngelWings Fri Dec 06 2024 | 6 answers 927

I'm trying to figure out whether XMR, also known as Monero, is based on the Proof of Work (PoW) consensus mechanism or the Proof of Stake (PoS) consensus mechanism.

Chiara Thu Dec 05 2024 | 6 answers 1416

I am interested in Ravencoin and I want to know if it uses the Proof of Work consensus mechanism. I have heard of Bitcoin using PoW and I am curious if Ravencoin follows the same approach.

Silvia Sun Nov 24 2024 | 7 answers 1675

I'm trying to figure out whether Bitcoin uses a Proof of Work (PoW) or Proof of Stake (PoS) system. I know these are two different consensus mechanisms in the cryptocurrency world, but I'm not sure which one Bitcoin employs.

Martina Sun Nov 24 2024 | 6 answers 1453

I'm trying to figure out whether Ethereum is using a Proof of Stake (PoS) or a Proof of Work (PoW) mechanism. I need clarification on this point to better understand the Ethereum network and its operations.

Moonshadow Fri Nov 22 2024 | 6 answers 1468

I am confused about Ethereum's consensus mechanism. I have heard of Proof of Work (PoW) and Proof of Stake (PoS), but I'm not sure which one Ethereum uses. Is Ethereum based on PoW or PoS?