The Open Network
The Open Network (TON) is a decentralized and open internet platform comprising several components. These include TON Blockchain, TON DNS, TON Storage, TON Sites, and TON Proxy. TON Blockchain is the core protocol connecting TON’s underlying infrastructure to form the greater TON Ecosystem.
TON focuses on achieving widespread cross-chain interoperability while operating within a highly scalable and secure framework. It aims to process millions of transactions per second and eventually reach hundreds of millions of users.
TON Blockchain, designed as a distributed supercomputer, serves as the heart of TON. It aims to provide various products and services that contribute to developing the decentralized vision for the new internet.
To understand the true vision for the decentralized internet and how TON contributes to this inevitability, consider taking a deep dive into the video below:
- To learn more about the technical aspects of TON Blockchain, review the Blockchain of Blockchains
- Learn more about the development of all things TON by reviewing this section: Getting Started
Blockchain basics with TON
This course introduces blockchain basics, focusing on practical skills in the TON ecosystem. You will understand how blockchain functions and its diverse applications. You will also acquire crucial TON-related skills, including wallet setup, crypto asset management, and creation. The course will also equip you with critical knowledge about cryptocurrency threats and fraud and give practical tips on protecting your crypto assets.
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TON Blockchain development
TON Blockchain Course is a comprehensive TON Blockchain guide. The course is designed for developers who want to learn how to create smart contracts and decentralized applications (dApps) on the TON Blockchain.
It consists of 9 modules and covers the basics of the TON Blockchain, the FunC programming language, and the TON Virtual Machine (TVM).
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New to blockchain
If you're new to blockchain and don’t understand what makes the technology so revolutionary — consider taking a deep dive into these important resources:
- What is Blockchain? What is a Smart Contract? What is Gas?
- How a Blockchain Can Help You on a Deserted Island
- [YouTube] Crypto Networks and Why They Matter
Migration from Ethereum
For those familiar with Ethereum development, we suggest introductory articles to help you understand what sets TON apart in this regard: