Tag: n ≥ 3f + 1

How Many Faulty Nodes Can BFT Systems Tolerate? The Math Behind Blockchain Consensus

BFT systems can tolerate up to one-third of nodes being faulty, following the strict rule n ≥ 3f + 1. Learn how many nodes you need to handle 1, 2, or 3 failures-and why this math is non-negotiable in blockchain and enterprise systems.

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