Publishing node

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Definition(s):

A node that, in addition to all responsibilities required of a full node, is tasked with extending the blockchain by creating and publishing new blocks. Also known as mining node, committing node, minting node.
Source(s):
NISTIR 8202

a full node that also publishes new blocks
Source(s):
NISTIR 8202

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