Welcome to NEAR: The User-Friendly and Sustainable Blockchain
At NEAR, we're proud to introduce you to a blockchain that's designed to be not only high-performing and secure but also user-friendly and environmentally conscious. Let's dive into what NEAR is all about:
NEAR in Technical Terms:
In technical jargon, NEAR is a layer-one blockchain that employs sharding and operates on a proof-of-stake consensus mechanism. It's engineered with the user experience at its core, ensuring it's accessible and practical for everyone.
NEAR in Simple Terms:
Put simply, NEAR is blockchain made for everyone.
Why Choose NEAR?
Here's why NEAR stands out and why you should consider it for your blockchain needs:
User-Friendly:
- NEAR uses human-readable accounts (e.g.alice.near) making transactions more intuitive.
- It offers a web-based wallet, eliminating the need to install software or browser extensions.
- NEAR features a straightforward yet robust system of Access Keys for managing account permissions.Fast and Environmentally Friendly:
- Transactions on NEAR are lightning-fast, taking only around 1 second to process.
- Transaction fees are exceptionally low, costing less than 1 cent.
- NEAR is certified as a carbon-neutral network, and its energy consumption is a fraction of what Bitcoin consumes.Great Developer Experience:
- Developers can create smart contracts using familiar languages like JavaScript or Rust.
- NEAR's comprehensive documentation and numerous examples simplify the onboarding process.
- NEAR DevRel hosts office hours daily, offering support and guidance.
- Developers receive 30% of gas fees as rewards.A Technical Marvel:
- NEAR's sharding technology allows it to scale infinitely and withstand usage spikes.
- It's interoperable with Ethereum through the trustless Rainbow Bridge.
- NEAR is Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) compatible, offering easy deployment of Solidity contracts through Project Aurora.
Join the NEAR Community:
NEAR is not just a blockchain; it's a community of innovators, developers, and users working together to build a more accessible and sustainable decentralized future. Whether you're a developer seeking a powerful platform or a user looking for a blockchain that's simple and eco-friendly, NEAR has something to offer.
Explore NEAR, join our community, and be a part of the blockchain revolution.
Welcome to NEAR!