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Signet

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Signet is a proposed new test network parallel to the Bitcoin network. Like testnet and regtest, signet would be used by developers as a testing environment. Unlike the Bitcoin mainnet or the other test networks, signet would use digital signatures to validate blocks, not a Proof-of-Work system.

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Testnet
Testnet is a parallel blockchain to Bitcoin's, used solely for testing and development. Its separate token has no monetary value.
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Regtest
The Regression Test Network (regtest) is a parallel blockchain to Bitcoin's. Similar to testnet, it is used solely for private development and testing.
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Signature
A digital signature is produced by a private key and proves that the owner of the private key and corresponding public key has validated the signed data.
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Blockchain
A blockchain is a chronological chain of blocks containing transactions. Once added, a block is infeasible to alter, giving Bitcoin its immutability.
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