The following resources were selected to provide an overview of the topic of Consensus Protocol. We would like to acknowledge the authors of the various web articles, videos, and papers for their insightful discussions and analytics which help formed the basis for some sections of the lessons and modules.
Title of Resource: A (Short) Guide to Blockchain Consensus Protocols
Resource Type: Website
Description: The article on this website summarizes the different types of proof.
Title of Resource: Review of blockchain consensus mechanisms
Resource Type: Website
Description: The article on this website summarizes the different types of proof.
Title of Resource: Blockchain Expert Explains One Concept in 5 Levels of Difficulty | WIRED
Resource Type: Video (Run time 17:49)
Description: This video provides a great explanation of blockchain at varying levels of comprehension. Blockchain, the key technology behind Bitcoin, is a new network that helps decentralize trade, and allows for more peer-to-peer transactions. WIRED challenged political scientist and blockchain researcher Bettina Warburg to explain blockchain technology to 5 different people; a child, a teen, a college student, a grad student, and an expert.
