Proof of Work is a consensus mechanism where computers solve complex puzzles to validate blockchain transactions and secure networks like Bitcoin. It prevents fraud, ensures decentralization, and rewards miners with cryptocurrency. Users gain trustless, tamper-resistant systems, while miners earn incentives for their computational effort.
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