dApp vs Smart Contracts
Quick comparison to help you distinguish these two crypto terms.
dApp
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A decentralized application running on blockchain networks that operates autonomously through smart contracts without central servers or intermediaries controlling its functionality.
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Smart contracts are self-executing programs stored on a blockchain that automatically perform predefined actions when specific conditions are met, without needing any intermediary.
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