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### Choosing A Consensus Algorithm |
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### Choosing A Consensus Algorithm |
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While the main network uses proof-of-work to secure the blockchain, Geth also supports the |
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While the main network uses proof-of-work to secure the blockchain, Geth also supports the |
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the 'clique' proof-of-authority consensus algorithm as an alternative for private |
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'clique' proof-of-authority consensus algorithm as an alternative for private |
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networks. We strongly recommend 'clique' for new private network deployments because it is |
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networks. We strongly recommend 'clique' for new private network deployments because it is |
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much less resource intensive than proof-of-work. The clique system is also used for |
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much less resource intensive than proof-of-work. The clique system is also used for |
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several public Ethereum testnets such as [Rinkeby](https://www.rinkeby.io) and |
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several public Ethereum testnets such as [Rinkeby](https://www.rinkeby.io) and |
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