The chapter explores the intricate workings of the network nervous system in managing nodes within the Internet Computer, ensuring decentralization and efficient block production. It discusses the replacement of faulty nodes, protocol upgrades, and the chain key system for generating random keys, highlighting the complexity of the system's engineering. From smart contracts to consensus mechanisms, the chapter provides a detailed look at the technical aspects driving the high-throughput blockchain functionality.

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode