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Peer-to-Peer Model

Computer Science: OCR A Level, topic 3.3.23

Peer-to-Peer Model

In a peer-to-peer (P2P) network, each computer is directly connected together. This removes the need for a central server.

Peers

Peers

  • Each computer on the P2P network is known as a peer.
  • Each peer can act as both a client and a server depending on what task they are trying to accomplish.
Uses of P2P networks

Uses of P2P networks

  • P2P networks are commonly used for:
  • File transfer.
  • Streaming video from computer to mobile or TV.
  • Wireless printing.
  • Bluetooth speakers.
Responsibility

Responsibility

  • Each peer on the network is responsible for their own maintenance and making sure that they remain connected to the network.

Test yourself on Peer-to-Peer Model

  • Who is responsible for the maintenance of each peer in a peer-to-peer network?

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