# An Illustrated Proof of the CAP Theorem

<https://mwhittaker.github.io/blog/an_illustrated_proof_of_the_cap_theorem/>

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## What Jamie wrote

If you have heard of the CAP Theorem but aren’t sure what it is, this is a clear rundown. 

> This guide will summarize Gilbert and Lynch's specification and proof of the CAP Theorem with pictures!

The more you know! 🎓

## Facts

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