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Overlay network
An overlay network is a network design that leverages the internet to provide another network layer, with the goal of mitigating the limitations of the one beneath it. Specifically, they usually aim to provide anonymity.
Benefits of overlay networks
- Anonymity
- Easier P2P, no port forwarding
Drawbacks of overlay networks
- Reduced speed
- Hosting public services is made more difficult due to the lack of static addressing
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