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- Layer-1 Blockchain: A base network architecture, such as Solana or Ethereum, that operates independently with its own consensus mechanism.
- Layer-2 Blockchain: A secondary framework built on top of a Layer-1 network to improve scalability and reduce transaction costs.
- DEX (Decentralized Exchange): A peer-to-peer trading platform for cryptocurrencies that operates without a central authority, using blockchain-based smart contracts.