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Description
Handshake is a pioneering peer-to-peer naming protocol that operates in a decentralized and permissionless manner, empowering each participant to validate and oversee the root DNS naming zone, thereby presenting an alternative to traditional certificate authorities and naming frameworks. In the current landscape, internet names such as top-level domains and social media handles depend heavily on centralized entities that exercise complete control over a system trusted to be reliable, which inherently poses risks of hacking, censorship, and corruption. By introducing innovative methods, Handshake strives to enhance the internet's security, resilience, and societal value through a network validated by its users, representing a significant shift from centralization to a more distributed structure. This initiative not only addresses the shortcomings of the centralized internet services that have dominated since the 1990s but also seeks to revive the original vision of a decentralized internet, where control is distributed among its users rather than concentrated in the hands of a few. Ultimately, Handshake serves as a vital experiment in shaping the future of internet governance and user autonomy.
Description
While traditional HTTP allows for file downloads from a single server sequentially, peer-to-peer IPFS enables the retrieval of file fragments from multiple nodes simultaneously, resulting in significant bandwidth reductions. This method can achieve bandwidth savings of up to 60% for video content, allowing for the effective distribution of large amounts of data without unnecessary duplication. Interestingly, the average life expectancy of a web page is merely 100 days before it disappears entirely, highlighting the fragility of our current digital landscape. Such transience is concerning, and IPFS addresses this issue by facilitating the creation of robust networks for data mirroring; additionally, its use of content addressing ensures that files are automatically versioned. The Internet has historically driven innovation by acting as a great equalizer in society, yet the growing centralization of power poses a significant threat to this progress. By providing tools that support an open and equitable web, IPFS remains committed to fulfilling the original ideals of a decentralized Internet. As we move forward, it is crucial for technology like IPFS to flourish, ensuring that information remains accessible and resilient in the face of change.
API Access
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API Access
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Integrations
DAppNode
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Eternum
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Fission
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Glitter
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Holograph
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IPFS Cluster
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Kaleido
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Manta Network
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Naptha
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Netdata
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Integrations
DAppNode
Yes
Eternum
Yes
Fission
Yes
Glitter
Yes
Holograph
Yes
IPFS Cluster
Yes
Kaleido
Yes
Manta Network
Yes
Naptha
Yes
Netdata
Yes
Pricing Details
Free
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Free Version
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Free Trial
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Free Version
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Deployment
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On-Premises
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Windows
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Linux
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Chromebook
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Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
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iPhone App
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iPad App
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Android App
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Windows
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Mac
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Linux
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Chromebook
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Customer Support
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Live Rep (24/7)
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Online Support
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Customer Support
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Live Rep (24/7)
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Online Support
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Types of Training
Training Docs
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Live Training (Online)
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Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
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Live Training (Online)
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In Person
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Vendor Details
Company Name
Handshake
Website
handshake.org
Vendor Details
Company Name
Protocol Labs
Country
United States
Website
ipfs.io