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Hashing is a critical component that underpins the security and efficiency of the Solana network. Each input generates a unique output, and the predictability of this transformation allows for maintaining the integrity of transaction order through the chain of hashes generated.
By incorporating transaction hashes into the continuous hashing process, Solana can guarantee the order of transactions, making the consensus mechanism more efficient and less susceptible to delays typical in other systems.