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Getting started
Getting started
IPFS (InterPlanetary File System) is a distributed, peer-to-peer protocol and network for storing and sharing data in a decentralized manner. Here's an overview of IPFS and its main use cases:
Content-addressed: IPFS uses content-based addressing instead of location-based addressing. Files are identified by their content, not where they're stored.
Distributed: Data is stored across a network of nodes rather than on centralized servers. Versioning: IPFS naturally versions content as changes are made. Deduplication: Identical content is only stored once across the network, saving space. Peer-to-peer: Nodes in the IPFS network can directly exchange data without intermediaries.
Main Use Cases:
Decentralized Websites:
Hosting websites that are resistant to censorship and single points of failure. Example: Using IPFS to create uncensorable mirrors of important information.
Content Distribution:
Efficient distribution of large datasets or media files. Example: Sharing scientific datasets or distributing software updates.
Blockchain and Web3:
Storing and distributing decentralized application (dApp) content. Example: Storing NFT metadata and content on IPFS.
Archiving:
Creating permanent, distributed archives of important information. Example: Archiving historical documents or preserving cultural heritage data.
CDN Alternative:
Serving as a decentralized content delivery network. Example: Distributing website assets globally without traditional CDN costs.
Secure File Sharing:
Enabling direct, encrypted file sharing between parties. Example: Securely sharing sensitive documents in a corporate environment.
IoT and Edge Computing:
Managing data in distributed IoT networks. Example: Storing and sharing sensor data across a network of devices.
Offline-First Applications:
Building applications that work well in low-connectivity environments. Example: Creating collaborative tools that function without constant internet access.
Version Control Systems:
Implementing distributed version control for various types of data. Example: Managing and versioning large binary files in software projects.
Decentralized Social Media:
Creating social platforms resistant to central control or censorship. Example: Building a decentralized alternative to traditional social media networks.