A block size limit is the maximum allowable amount of data a blockchainA blockchain is a distributed database that is shared among the nodes of a computer network. Read More can store. A block size limit exists to protect the blockchain networkA blockchain network is a decentralized system that allows for peer-to-peer transactions. The main components of a blockchain network are... Read More and ensure consensusConsensus is what allows a distributed system (like the blockchain) to function as a decentralized peer-to-peer system without the need... Read More among participants. The limitation protects against attacks by preventing blocksGroups of data within a blockchain. On cryptocurrency blockchains, blocks are made up of transaction records as users buy or sell... Read More from becoming excessively large or difficult to process. By capping data storage, all participants are ensured an equal and up-to-date copy of the ledger.
