Hash Rate
Definition
Hash rate is a measure that indicates how many hashes can be made by mining devices in a cryptocurrency network, usually per second.
Hash rate is the number of hash transactions made in a cryptocurrency network in a certain period of time; It is usually expressed as the number of hash operations per second. This ratio is an important metric in determining the security, transaction speed and robustness of a cryptocurrency network. A higher hash rate indicates that the network is more secure and strong, while a lower hash rate may pose a risk to the security of the network.
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