👉 Peer-to-Peer (P2P) computing is a distributed computing model where devices, known as peers, share resources directly with each other without relying on a central server or intermediary. In this architecture, each peer can act both as a client and a server, allowing for decentralized data storage, processing, and communication. This setup enhances scalability, resilience, and efficiency, as the load is distributed across multiple nodes rather than being concentrated on a single point. P2P computing is widely used in applications like file sharing networks (e.g., BitTorrent), blockchain technologies, and decentralized applications, where direct peer interaction and resource sharing are crucial for performance and security.
