Geth, the official Go implementation of the Ethereum protocol, serves as a gateway into the decentralized web. As one of the original implementations, Geth has been integral to Ethereum's development, making it the most battle-tested and widely-used execution client, powering over 80% of Ethereum nodes. With Geth, developers can create decentralized applications (DApps) in Go, a language designed for high-performance, concurrent programming. Running Geth alongside a consensus client transforms your computer into a fully functional Ethereum node, allowing you to interact with the network in a private, self-sufficient, and trustless manner. To enhance the resilience and diversity of the Ethereum network, consider exploring other client options as well.
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