Peer-to-Peer (P2P) Architecture: Definition, Taxonomies, Examples, and Applicability
IAB · 2009
In this document, we provide a survey of P2P (Peer-to-Peer) systems.The survey includes a definition and several taxonomies of P2P systems.This survey also includes a description of which types of applications can be built with P2P technologies and examples of P2P applications that are currently in use on the Internet.Finally, we discuss architectural trade-offs and provide guidelines for deciding whether or not a P2P architecture would be suitable to meet the requirements of a given application. Status of This MemoThis memo provides information for the Internet community.It does not specify an Internet standard of any kind.Distribution of this memo is unlimited.