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This technological evolution means we are no longer bound by the constraints that favor hierarchical architectures, opening the door for societal institutions to be reorganized along flatter, more egalitarian lines.
The Asymmetry of Decentralization vs. Centralization
It's crucial to understand that decentralization isn't an all-or-nothing state but a spectrum. Most real-world systems fall somewhere between complete centralization and full decentralization. Strategic degrees of decentralization can produce significant resilience; for instance, adding a tiny bit of decentralization in a control system undermines total authority, as exemplified by Bitcoin’s resistance to monopolistic control.