# Overview of the BSV Ledger

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The **BSV Ledger** serves as the global history of all transactions conducted within the BSV network, functioning as a comprehensive database that provides a shared source of truth for all participants. This ledger is not merely a record; it is a foundational element of the BSV ecosystem, **ensuring that every transaction is documented in a manner that is both secure and verifiable**.

The BSV Ledger is often referred to in popular media as the **"blockchain,"** a term that encompasses the sequential addition of transaction batches known as **"blocks."** Each block contributes to a continuous chain, thereby forming the blockchain that underpins the BSV network.


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