Description: Operational consensus is a consensus mechanism that focuses on the operational aspects of maintaining agreement among distributed nodes. This approach is fundamental in distributed systems, where multiple nodes must reach an agreement on the state of the system or the validity of transactions. Unlike other consensus algorithms that may prioritize efficiency or speed, operational consensus emphasizes ensuring that all nodes operate coherently and without conflicts. This means that each node must be able to communicate and synchronize with others, ensuring that all have a consistent view of the system’s state. The main characteristics of operational consensus include fault tolerance, error recovery capability, and scalability, making it suitable for environments where data availability and integrity are critical. This type of consensus is especially relevant in applications that require high availability and resilience, such as in distributed systems and networks, where trust and transparency are essential for the proper functioning of the system.
