Sharding explained in a few sentences:
Cross-shard transactions need to pass messages between different shards to coordinate completion, so they are generally more complex and a little slower than transactions within a single shard.
A common approach is to periodically and randomly rotate the validators across shards, making it difficult for attackers to concentrate their power on a specific shard in advance.
When making transfers on a sharded public blockchain, keep an eye on the confirmation progress in your wallet. Cross-shard transfers may take a little longer than regular transactions.
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