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Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) Attack

A Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack is a type of cyberattack where an attacker overwhelms a target server, network, or website with a massive volume of traffic, rendering it unable to perform its normal functions.

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Decentralised

Decentralised refers to a form of organised system that operates without a central point of control or authority. Instead, the system functions through individual parts or participants (nodes) that follow a mutually agreed-upon set of rules or protocols.

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Decentralised Finance (DeFi)

Decentralised Finance (DeFi) is a financial ecosystem built on blockchain technology that offers alternatives to traditional, centralised banking systems. It enables users to access financial services such as banking, insurance, lending, borrowing, and trading without relying on intermediaries like banks or financial institutions.

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