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# 2.3.2 Security in the Decentralized Network

* **Node Validation:** Each user-owned machine in our decentralized network undergoes a rigorous validation process to ensure it meets our security standards before joining the network.
* **Isolated Execution Environments:** Computational tasks on decentralized machines are executed in isolated environments to prevent any potential security breaches from affecting the rest of the network or the host machine.
* **Continuous Monitoring:** The decentralized network is continuously monitored for unusual activities or potential threats, with automated systems in place to swiftly respond to any security incidents.

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