Description: Lightweight consensus is a consensus mechanism designed to minimize resource usage while maintaining security and reliability in distributed systems. This approach is particularly relevant in environments where resources are limited, such as mobile devices or low-power networks. Unlike traditional consensus algorithms, which may require high energy and time consumption to reach agreement among nodes, lightweight consensus seeks to optimize these processes. It employs techniques that allow nodes to validate transactions and blocks more efficiently, reducing the need for intensive calculations and constant communication between nodes. This not only improves transaction speed but also decreases the load on the network, which is crucial for maintaining scalability in systems with a large number of participants. In summary, lightweight consensus represents an evolution in consensus algorithms, focusing on efficiency and sustainability without compromising system security.
