Author: Addy Yeow 2013-05-08 23:39:10
Published on: 2013-05-08T23:39:10+00:00
In a post to a mailing list, Addy asked why there are both 32-bit and 64-bit timestamp fields instead of making all of them 64-bit. The context of the question is related to the protocol specification for Bitcoin. One possible explanation could be that the use of smaller timestamp fields saves space in the data structure, which could be important for efficiency in a system like Bitcoin where many transactions must be processed quickly. However, without more information it's difficult to say for sure what the reason is. The Bitcoin protocol is a technical specification that defines how the cryptocurrency operates. It includes specifications for various data structures and protocols used by the network. The protocol specification page on the Bitcoin Wiki provides detailed information about these specifications, including the format and size of various fields used in the protocol. Overall, it seems that Addy is seeking clarification about a specific aspect of the Bitcoin protocol specification. While there may be multiple reasons why both 32-bit and 64-bit timestamp fields are used instead of just one size, it's difficult to know for sure without additional context.
Updated on: 2023-06-06T16:25:20.051768+00:00