Peer-to-Peer Nodes

P2P nodes are the core foundation of Neova's network, enabling the decentralized structure that powers the entire ecosystem. These nodes can be operated by both individuals and companies who contribute their storage resources to the infrastructure. In return, they are rewarded in $NEOV, the native token of Neova, incentivizing participation and growth within the network.

Flexibility and scalability: One of the main advantages of Neova's P2P node system is its flexibility. P2P nodes can be hosted on a wide range of devices, from personal computers and enterprise servers to smaller, more accessible devices like the Raspberry Pi. This flexibility makes it easier for everyone to participate in the network, whatever their resources. As demand for storage and processing power grows, the network can effortlessly scale by adding additional P2P nodes, ensuring that the system adapts to changing needs without compromising performance.

Security and privacy: Security is a top priority within Neova’s decentralized infrastructure. Data stored on P2P nodes is fragmented into small pieces and encrypted, making it unreadable and useless even if a single node is compromised. Only those with the appropriate decryption key can access and reconstruct the original data. Additionally, each data fragment (or "shard") is redundantly stored across multiple nodes, ensuring that even if one or more nodes go offline or are compromised, the data remains available, intact, and secure. This redundancy enhances the overall integrity of the network, while the encryption ensures that privacy is preserved, safeguarding sensitive information at all times.

Providers can join the network by running a provider node on their machine. When starting it, public configuration is retrieved to understand which node it should listen for incoming messages. A request is also made to register as a provided and be eligible to store files of the Neova network along the infrastructure.