What can I do with Polkadot?

Polkadot allows all parties to take public and private chains and “plug them in” to a shared connectivity layer . Chains can choose to maintain their own validator set or utilize Polkadot’s pooled security system to verify their transactions via the Relay Chain.

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What is so good about Polkadot?

Having multiple lanes to complete transactions leaves less chance for network overload . Additionally, Polkadot created protocols that allow its network to interact with other blockchains. Since its blockchain network is flexible, it has an increased ability to pivot and serve more specific needs.

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Is Dot a coin or token?

The DOT token is used for staking and governance; it can be bought or sold on Coinbase and other exchanges. Polkadot, like many post-Bitcoin cryptocurrencies, is both a token that can be bought or sold via exchanges like Coinbase and a decentralized protocol.

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