Pseudorandom

A definite function's ability to provide results that pass statistical tests for randomness is referred to as pseudorandom.

Ransomware

Ransomware is a type of malware (malicious software) that has the final goal of convincing victims to pay for a decryption ransom in order to recover their compromised files or system. The payments are normally asked in digital currencies that are difficult to be traced, such as Bitcoin, Monero, or any other cryptocurrency.

Ad Hoc

a Latin expression that means "for this purpose" or "specifically for this" in contemporary English.

Node

An essential component of a blockchain infrastructure, a node stores data and allows all communication (transactions) to pass through it.