While using DHT for storage of the block chain is an intriguing concept, I do not see how it is feasible. As Gavin noted, DHT is a system that is difficult to impossible to guarantee against data loss or manipulation.
Even if we found a way to store the block chain in DHT, how would transactions be verified? As Gavin noted, you could ask the network, but cannot necessarily trust the peers you are connected to. Verification of the full block chain allows the client to trust no one. I also do not see how DHT would solve the problem of scalability in regards to broadcast messages, although I am definitely interested in the concept. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Learn Windows Azure Live! Tuesday, Dec 13, 2011 Microsoft is holding a special Learn Windows Azure training event for developers. It will provide a great way to learn Windows Azure and what it provides. You can attend the event by watching it streamed LIVE online. Learn more at http://p.sf.net/sfu/ms-windowsazure _______________________________________________ Bitcoin-development mailing list Bitcoin-development@lists.sourceforge.net https://lists.sourceforge.net/lists/listinfo/bitcoin-development
