How Does the Frequency of Checkpoints Impact the Security and Performance of a Blockchain Network?

The frequency of checkpoints directly impacts the trade-off between security and performance. More frequent checkpoints increase security by reducing the amount of data that could be lost in a rollback, as the time between snapshots is shorter.

However, more frequent checkpoints also require more computational resources and can increase transaction costs, potentially slowing down the network. Conversely, less frequent checkpoints can improve performance and reduce costs, but at the expense of lower security and a greater potential for data loss.