IPFS and Friends: A Qualitative Comparison of Next Generation Peer-to-Peer Data Networks

【Author】 Daniel, Erik; Tschorsch, Florian

【Source】IEEE COMMUNICATIONS SURVEYS AND TUTORIALS

【影响因子】33.840

【Abstract】Decentralized, distributed storage offers a way to reduce the impact of data silos as often fostered by centralized cloud storage. While the intentions of this trend are not new, the topic gained traction due to technological advancements, most notably blockchain networks. As a consequence, we observe that a new generation of peer-to-peer data networks emerges. In this survey paper, we therefore provide a technical overview of the next generation data networks. We use select data networks to introduce general concepts and to emphasize new developments. Specifically, we provide a deeper outline of the Interplanetary File System and a general overview of Swarm, the Hypercore Protocol, SAFE, Storj, and Arweave. We identify common building blocks and provide a qualitative comparison. From the overview, we derive future challenges and research goals concerning data networks.

【Keywords】Peer-to-peer computing; Next generation networking; Blockchains; Cloud computing; Protocols; File systems; Overlay networks; Blockchain networks; data networks; overlay networks; peer-to-peer networks

【发表时间】2022

【收录时间】2022-03-29

【文献类型】综述

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