# Assessment 2 #### What are the advantages of overlay services in blockchain applications? (Choose ALL that apply) * [x] They minimize waste * [x] They allow for operational specialization * [x] They enhance security and control * [ ] They require monitoring the entire blockchain * [ ] They increase transaction costs **Notes to Learners** The value proposition of overlay services is multifaceted. They enable businesses to distribute the demand for immutable data across various services, thereby minimizing waste and allowing for the selection of services tailored to specific needs and costs. Furthermore, overlay services offer operational specialization, as they are designed to cater to specific transaction types or business functions. This specialization is complemented by the ability to implement private and permissioned capabilities, which enhance security and control for specialized use cases. --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://hub.bsvblockchain.org/higher-learning/bsv-academy/bsv-network-topology/essentials-of-overlay-services/assessment-2.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.