NEAR Protocol - Page 3

NEAR Protocol is a decentralized, open-source blockchain platform designed to facilitate the creation and deployment of decentralized applications (dApps) and smart contracts. It utilizes a unique consensus mechanism called Nightshade, which employs sharding to enhance scalability and performance, allowing it to process a high number of transactions per second. NEAR aims to provide a user-friendly experience with features like human-readable account names and built-in tools for developers that streamline the process of building on the blockchain. Its primary goal is to enable developers and users to interact with decentralized systems without facing the complexity typically associated with blockchain technology. By emphasizing ease of use, NEAR Protocol aims to drive the widespread adoption of dApps and blockchain solutions.