At its core, Doge is built on blockchain technology, a decentralized, digital ledger that records transactions securely and transparently. Just like other cryptocurrencies, Dogecoin relies on a network of computers, called nodes, to validate and store transaction data.

Dogecoin’s mining process sets it apart from other cryptocurrencies. It uses a unique mining algorithm called Scrypt, unlike the more commonly used Proof of Work algorithms like Bitcoin’s SHA-256. Scrypt is designed to be less resource-intensive, allowing everyday users to mine Dogecoin on their personal computers more easily.