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Ethereum: why everyone thinks that soft forks restrict the set of existing rules

When it comes to understanding Ethereum, a common erroneous concept often appears in the discussions about the concept of « soft forks » versus « hard forks ». A phrase that is often mentioned, but it is rarely discussed, is « restricting the existing set of rules. » So what exactly does this mean? And why do everyone think that soft forks are restrictive?

In simple terms, a hard bifurcation is a permanent change in the underlying code of the Ethereum block chain, while a soft fork is an incremental update that is based on the current state of the network. The idea behind a soft bifurcation is not to completely check the existing rules, but modify and refine it.

So why do everyone seem to think that soft forks restrict the existing rules? We are going to immerse ourselves in the details.

The concept of a « set of rules »

In the context of Ethereum, a « set of rules » refers to the set of rules, protocols and predefined governance structures that govern how the network operates. This includes things such as transactions validation, intelligent contract behavior and security measures. The existing rules set is the basis on which all updates are built.

Soft forks: incremental updates

When it comes to soft forks, the idea is to take advantage of the current state of the network, making incremental changes that refine or improve existing rules sets. This may include updating the logic of the smart contract, adjusting security measures or modifying government structures.

Now, this is where things get complicated. One of the main concerns about soft forks is that they seem to restrict or limit the existing set of rules in some way. However, this is not necessarily true. Soft forks are designed to be incremental updates, instead of revolutionary changes.

The difference between « restricting » and « improving »

To understand why everyone seems to think that soft forks restrict the existing set of rules, we distinguish between two possible interpretations: one that limits or restricts the existing set of rules, and another that improves it.

Actually, a soft bifurcation is not about restricting the existing rules; Rather, it is an update that is based on them. It is like adding new functions to a well established product without completely rewriting its underlying code base.

The reality of soft forks

When it comes to Ethereum’s smart contract system, for example, soft bifurcation would probably introduce changes in gas emissions or execution time, instead of altering the fundamental rules. This means that existing contracts would still work as planned, although with some minor adjustments.

Similarly, when it comes to security measures, a soft bifurcation could introduce new vulnerabilities or exploits in certain areas, but these changes are also incremental, non -revolutionary updates.

Conclusion

In conclusion, although everyone can think that soft forks restrict the existing rules due to « limit » or « restrict » concerns, this is not necessarily the case. Soft forks are actually incremental updates designed to refine and improve the current state of the network. As we can see, the reality of soft forks is more nuanced than a simple interpretation can suggest.

So what do you think? Are soft forks restrictive, or are they only an incremental update of the existing rules?