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What is Peer-to-peer Network

Chapter 8
Handbook of Research on Scalable Computing Technologies
A peer-to-peer network is a logical network on top of physical networks in which peers are organized without any centralized coordination.
Published in Chapter:
Load Balancing in Peer-to-Peer Systems
Haiying Shen (University of Arkansas, USA)
Copyright: © 2010 |Pages: 28
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-60566-661-7.ch008
Abstract
Structured peer-to-peer (P2P) overlay networks like Distributed Hash Tables (DHTs) map data items to the network based on a consistent hashing function. Such mapping for data distribution has an inherent load balance problem. Thus, a load balancing mechanism is an indispensable part of a structured P2P overlay network for high performance. The rapid development of P2P systems has posed challenges in load balancing due to their features characterized by large scale, heterogeneity, dynamism, and proximity. An efficient load balancing method should flexible and resilient enough to deal with these characteristics. This chapter will first introduce the P2P systems and the load balancing in P2P systems. It then introduces the current technologies for load balancing in P2P systems, and provides a case study of a dynamism-resilient and proximity-aware load balancing mechanism. Finally, it indicates the future and emerging trends of load balancing, and concludes the chapter.
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Chapter 11
File-Sharing and the Darknet
A network of nodes with usually equal rights and responsibilities. The nodes are usually computers of Internet users where a software with the peer-to-peer protocol is running.
Published in Chapter: File-Sharing and the Darknet; From: Encyclopedia of Criminal Activities and the Deep Web
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Chapter 2
Agent-Based Network Infrastructure for E-Communities
A peer-to-peer network is a type of computer network in which each node has equivalent capabilities and responsibilities; that is, a computer network where each node is able to simultaneously function as both “clients” and “servers” to the other nodes on the network.
Published in Chapter: Agent-Based Network Infrastructure for E-Communities; From: Encyclopedia of Networked and Virtual Organizations
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Chapter 4
A Brief Analysis of Blockchain Algorithms and Its Challenges
Is a computer network based on nodes (e.g., computers that are maintaining the network worldwide). It is a decentralized network where nodes share information with each other without anyone controlling the network.
Published in Chapter: A Brief Analysis of Blockchain Algorithms and Its Challenges; From: Architectures and Frameworks for Developing and Applying Blockchain Technology
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Chapter 35
The Internet's Impact on the Law and Economics Of the US's Motion Picture Industry
A group of users utilizing common software (and perhaps an Internet site) to share files over the Internet.
Published in Chapter: The Internet's Impact on the Law and Economics Of the US's Motion Picture Industry; From: Handbook of Research on Global Diffusion of Broadband Data Transmission
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Chapter 6
Technology Adoption: Case of Cryptocurrency
Network participants interact with one another without a need for central authority.
Published in Chapter: Technology Adoption: Case of Cryptocurrency; From: Recent Developments in Individual and Organizational Adoption of ICTs
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Chapter 3
Blockchain Basics: A Deep Dive Into the Blocks, Chains, and Consensus
Refers to a distributed network where peers interact directly with one another, without the need for a central server.
Published in Chapter: Blockchain Basics: A Deep Dive Into the Blocks, Chains, and Consensus; From: Decentralizing the Online Experience With Web3 Technologies
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Chapter 4
Overcoming MSME Challenges With Blockchain
A network that lets a group of nodes, such as computer systems, to join without the need for an administrator, assuring data quality and privilege equality.
Published in Chapter: Overcoming MSME Challenges With Blockchain; From: Supporting Technologies and the Impact of Blockchain on Organizations and Society
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Chapter 47
Efficient Searching in Peer-to-Peer Networks Using Agent-Enabled Ant Algorithms
A network consisting of an overlay or logical network between nodes that are interconnected by an underlying physical network. Users are located on nodes of the P2P network. A user at a node can store resources such as data files on its node and can share these resources with other nodes, as well as acquire new resources from other nodes in the network.
Published in Chapter: Efficient Searching in Peer-to-Peer Networks Using Agent-Enabled Ant Algorithms; From: Handbook of Research on Nature-Inspired Computing for Economics and Management
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Chapter 1
Integration of Blockchain and IoT (BIoT): Applications, Security Issues, and Challenges
A peer-to-peer (P2P) network is a decentralised communication architecture in which two peers, referred to as nodes, can communicate with each other without the use of a central server.
Published in Chapter: Integration of Blockchain and IoT (BIoT): Applications, Security Issues, and Challenges; From: Demystifying Federated Learning for Blockchain and Industrial Internet of Things
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Chapter 85
A Query-Strategy-Focused Taxonomy of P2P IR Techniques
A network environment where each site belonging to such network acts both as client (i.e., requiring services to server sites) and as server (i.e., providing services to client sites).
Published in Chapter: A Query-Strategy-Focused Taxonomy of P2P IR Techniques; From: Handbook of Research on Innovations in Database Technologies and Applications: Current and Future Trends
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Chapter 2
Review of the Blockchain Technology and Consensus Algorithms for IoT-Based Banking
Peer-to-peer networking is a distributed application architecture in which jobs or workloads are divided across peers.
Published in Chapter: Review of the Blockchain Technology and Consensus Algorithms for IoT-Based Banking; From: AI-Enabled Agile Internet of Things for Sustainable FinTech Ecosystems
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Chapter 23
Dynamic Overlay Networks for Robust and Scalable Routing
A network formed by a number of end-hosts that together offer a service, such as file sharing, VoIP and overlay routing.
Published in Chapter: Dynamic Overlay Networks for Robust and Scalable Routing; From: Handbook of Research on P2P and Grid Systems for Service-Oriented Computing: Models, Methodologies and Applications
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Chapter 5
Blockchain Risk and Uncertainty in Automated Applications
Peer-to-peer (P2P) network is created when two or more peers who access the network through compatible devices, are connected and share resources without involving a separate server to host those resources.
Published in Chapter: Blockchain Risk and Uncertainty in Automated Applications; From: Opportunities and Challenges for Blockchain Technology in Autonomous Vehicles
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Chapter 2
Emergency Response and Post-Disaster Recovery Using Smartphone-Based Applications
Peer-to-peer networks are formed among devices without requiring an external server where the participating devices have an equal amount of rights, permission, and responsibilities.
Published in Chapter: Emergency Response and Post-Disaster Recovery Using Smartphone-Based Applications; From: Digital Services in Crisis, Disaster, and Emergency Situations
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Chapter 6
Digital Rights Management for Untrusted Peer-to-Peer Networks
A network in which the computer nodes are connected in an ad-hoc manner, with each node able to act as client and server. This is in contrast to a traditional client-server network in which all computers communicate with a central server.
Published in Chapter: Digital Rights Management for Untrusted Peer-to-Peer Networks; From: Handbook of Research on Secure Multimedia Distribution
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Chapter 10
Training Strategies for Organic Agriculture as a Pathway to Achieve the SDGs
Peer-to-peer networks involve individuals sharing knowledge and experience with each other. They focus on the fact that learning takes place between individuals, facilitating and encouraging interpersonal exchange.
Published in Chapter: Training Strategies for Organic Agriculture as a Pathway to Achieve the SDGs; From: Handbook of Research on Environmental Education Strategies for Addressing Climate Change and Sustainability
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