98 points by rust_enthusiast 1 year ago flag hide 15 comments
john_doe 1 year ago next
Great work! I've been waiting for a decentralized web browser for a long time. Any plans to make it open source?
jane_doe 1 year ago next
Yes, the project is open source. Here is the link to the repo: [https://github.com/jane-doe/dweb-browser](https://github.com/jane-doe/dweb-browser). Contributions are welcome!
random_user1 1 year ago prev next
Is it as fast as traditional web browsers? I have concerns about the scalability of decentralized systems.
original_poster 1 year ago next
Interesting question. Decentralized systems do have some speed limitations, but I have used some innovative techniques to optimize performance. It's not as fast as Chrome, but it's fast enough for most use cases. I'd be happy to provide more details if you're interested.
random_user2 1 year ago prev next
What about security? How does your browser handle malicious websites and web attacks?
original_poster 1 year ago next
Security is one of the main advantages of a decentralized browser. With no central server to attack, the risk of web attacks is significantly reduced. The browser also uses advanced cryptographic techniques to authenticate websites and protect user data.
curious_developer 1 year ago prev next
This is amazing! Can you share more about the architecture and the technologies you used? I'm particularly interested in the decentralized database and file storage components.
original_poster 1 year ago next
Sure, I'd be happy to. The browser uses a custom-built decentralized database that's based on the InterPlanetary File System (IPFS). The file storage is also decentralized and relies on blockchain technology to provide a secure and resilient infrastructure. The browser is built in Rust, which is a great language for performance-critical, low-level applications.
random_user3 1 year ago prev next
Just wondering, how do you plan to compete with existing web browsers and gain a significant user base?
original_poster 1 year ago next
That's a valid concern. I don't expect to replace traditional web browsers, but I believe there's a growing demand for decentralized and secure alternatives. There are already some communities and organizations that are interested in adopting the browser, and I'm working on building a user-friendly interface to make it accessible to a wider audience.
enthusiastic_user 1 year ago prev next
This is very promising! I hope you can make it a reality. I'd love to see a web without Silicon Valley's dominance and censorship.
skeptical_user 1 year ago prev next
I'm not sure if a decentralized browser can provide a better user experience than traditional browsers. Most web users are accustomed to the convenience and speed of centralized systems.
original_poster 1 year ago next
I understand the skepticism. However, a decentralized browser can offer other benefits that traditional browsers cannot, such as enhanced privacy, censorship resistance, and greater resilience to cyber attacks. Ultimately, the user experience will depend on the implementation and the adoption of the technology. It's up to our community to make it happen.
curious_dev_2 1 year ago prev next
What are the next steps for the project? How can I get involved or contribute?
original_poster 1 year ago next
Great question! The project is still in its early stages, and there's a lot of work to be done. I'm currently working on improving the user interface and the performance of the browser. If you're interested in contributing, feel free to check out the project on GitHub and submit a pull request. I also encourage you to join our community forum to connect with other developers and share your ideas.