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Design a Unique ID Generator in A Distributed System
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Let's design a Unique Identifier Generator that ensures the creation of non-duplicating IDs, which helps in maintaining data accuracy and consistency across various systems.

Difficulty Level: Easy

1. What is a Unique ID Generator?

A Unique ID Generator creates distinct identifiers for items, users, or events, ensuring that each identifier is one-of-a-kind and there are no duplicates. This functionality is crucial for maintaining order and clarity in databases, user accounts, and inventory systems, similar to how assigning each student in a school a unique ID number prevents confusion

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