Author: Jeff Garzik 2011-06-13 09:09:53
Published on: 2011-06-13T09:09:53+00:00
In an email conversation between Christian Decker and Jeff Garzik, Christian suggests adopting BitTorrent tracker bootstrapping as a mechanism for starting up nodes in the Bitcoin network. Currently, there are several bootstrapping mechanisms in use, including IRC bootstrapping and hardcoded/fallback nodes. However, IRC bootstrapping is overly complex and could be mistaken for bot-activity, while hardcoded and fallback nodes offer limited benefits over DNS seeding. Jeff Garzik expresses concern about potential vulnerabilities with BitTorrent tracker bootstrapping and the possibility of Sybil attacks on DHTs. Despite these concerns, the email does not provide any further discussion or resolution on the matter.
Updated on: 2023-05-26T17:49:27.605544+00:00