A peer-to-peer network is a type of decentralized network that involves the sharing of resources and information directly between users without the need for a central server. In computational architecture, a peer-to-peer network allows for distributed computing where a group of computers work together to solve complex problems and process data.
Each computer in the network, known as a node, can contribute its processing power, storage space, and bandwidth to the network. Instead of relying on a central server to manage these resources, nodes can communicate with each other directly and share the workload. This allows for greater scalability and resilience as the network can easily handle a large number of nodes and can continue to function even if some nodes fail.
Peer-to-peer networks are commonly used in file sharing applications, distributed databases, and decentralized cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin.
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