Questions tagged [hashing]

Andrea Mon Jan 06 2025 | 5 answers 1310

I'm trying to understand blockchain technology and I've come across the term 'hashing'. Could someone explain what hashing is in the context of blockchain?

Arianna Fri Oct 18 2024 | 5 answers 1007

I'm considering hashing user IDs in my system for security reasons, but I'm not sure if it's necessary or if there are any potential drawbacks. Should I hash the user IDs?

amelia_doe_explorer Tue Oct 15 2024 | 6 answers 1572

I'm interested in learning about hashing. Specifically, I want to understand how it works and how it can be applied in practical situations. Can someone explain the process of hashing and provide examples of its use?

HallyuHeroLegendaryStar Sun Oct 13 2024 | 5 answers 818

I'm wondering about the appropriate situations to utilize hashing. Should it be used for specific types of data or when handling certain tasks? Are there particular benefits or cases where hashing is especially advantageous?

Maria Sat Oct 12 2024 | 5 answers 811

I'm trying to understand the process of hashing a transaction. Could you explain how it works and what steps are involved? I'm particularly interested in the cryptographic aspects and how it ensures the security of the transaction.