Scrypt

Scrypt is a type of algorithm used in cryptocurrency mining and data security. It is designed to be computationally intensive and require a significant amount of memory, making it difficult for specialized hardware (like ASICs) to perform faster than regular computers. This helps promote decentralization by allowing more people with standard hardware to participate in mining. Essentially, Scrypt ensures that solving cryptographic puzzles takes enough effort to secure the network, while still being accessible to a broader range of users.