# 8. Hedera Hashgraph

### Hedera Network <a href="#toc90187468" id="toc90187468"></a>

**Hedera is a 3rd Generation Public Ledger.**

The Hedera proof-of-stake public network, powered by hashgraph consensus, achieves the highest-grade of security possible (ABFT), with blazing fast transaction speeds and incredibly low bandwidth consumption. By combining high-throughput, low fees, and finality in seconds, Hedera leads the way for the future of public ledgers. \[3]

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[www.hedera.com](http://www.hedera.com)
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Hedera 2 Year Anniversary
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