What are the different types of forking in blockchain technology?

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• Dec 16, 2021 · 3 years ago
  As an expert in the blockchain industry, I can tell you that there are two main types of forking in blockchain technology: hard fork and soft fork. A hard fork occurs when there is a permanent split in the blockchain, resulting in two separate chains. This usually happens when there is a fundamental disagreement among the community about the rules of the blockchain. On the other hand, a soft fork is a temporary split in the blockchain, where the new rules are backward compatible with the old rules. Soft forks are typically used to introduce new features or improvements to the blockchain without causing a split. Both types of forking can have significant implications for the cryptocurrency ecosystem, as they can lead to the creation of new cryptocurrencies or changes in the existing ones.
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