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What is the difference between centralized and decentralized p2p systems?

April 26, 2017centralized decentralized difference P2P SYSTEMS

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What is the difference between centralized and decentralized p2p systems?

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Due to the fact p2p (peer-to-peer) file sharing networks do not involve a central server, they are more scalable and more “disposable” than centralized file sharing systems. P2P file sharing networks also have an increased resistance to legal attacks, since there is no central body record labels or media companies can sue (in order to attack a peer-to-peer file sharing network in court, a plaintiff must file suits against individual network users).