# The Role of Cryptography

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Cryptography is a **fundamental aspect of Bitcoin's security framework**. It ensures that transactions are secure, verifiable, and immutable. Each **block of transactions is cryptographically linked to the previous block**, creating a **blockchain that is resistant to tampering**. This cryptographic foundation is what allows Bitcoin to operate in a decentralized manner, free from the control of any single entity


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