Blockchain Forks: When a Network Takes a Different Path

Blockchains are maintained by distributed networks, so sometimes the software rules or chain history can diverge.
This can create a fork.
🔹 Soft fork — introduces rule changes that remain compatible with older software in certain circumstances.
🔹 Hard fork — introduces changes that can require network participants to upgrade to remain on the same chain.
Forks show that blockchain development isn't completely static.

🧠 A blockchain can evolve — but changing its rules requires coordination across its ecosystem.

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