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Glossary/Layer 2

Layer 2

Secondary frameworks or protocols built on top of an existing blockchain network to improve its scalability and efficiency.

Layer 2 systems process transactions off the main chain and periodically settle back to it, inheriting its security while cutting fees and latency. Rollups are the dominant design on Ethereum.