Published on: 2018-08-17T09:51:04+00:00
Robert Olsson, a Lightning Network developer, has made raw graph data accessible from one of his nodes through https://rompert.com/networkgraph. This data is the same information used on the Recksplorer site. In a discussion on the Lightning-dev mailing list, users explored ways to measure the network topology of the Lightning Network. One suggestion was to use explorer sites like 1ml.org to obtain information without running a node. Another recommendation was to connect to any LN node and set the initial_routing_sync flag in the init message to receive the whole gossip dump, which contains node and channel information of every public node/channel (except channel capacities).Swayam expressed interest in measuring the lightning network's network topology and asked about obtaining a graph or all measurements from explorer sites like 1ml.com. Davison suggested looking up the information on explorer sites like 1ml.org. Artem sought clarification on what Swayam meant by "measure" and provided different options based on the specific requirements. Connecting to an LN node and setting the initial_routing_sync flag would provide detailed information about the number of nodes and channels. Alternatively, using the listnodes and listchannels commands with lightning-cli could query the c-lightning node. Lastly, explorer sites like 1ml.org could provide information without the need for running a node.In response to Alex Evanovic's inquiry on measuring lightning nodes, Artem Litvinovich shared several methods to gather information about LN nodes and channels. Connecting to an LN node and setting an initial_routing_sync flag in the init message would prompt the peer to send the complete gossip dump, including information about every public node/channel (except channel capacities). Querying the c-lightning node can be achieved using the listnodes and listchannels commands with lightning-cli. Additionally, explorer sites like 1ml.org (corrected to be 1ml.com) offer information without requiring any actions or running a node.Measuring the number of nodes and channels in the Lightning Network can be done by connecting to an LN node and setting the initial_routing_sync flag. This triggers the peer to send a complete gossip dump, excluding channel capacities. Alternatively, querying a c-lightning node using specific commands or utilizing explorer sites like 1ml.org (corrected to be 1ml.com) provides information without the need for running a node.Within the Lightning-dev mailing list, Alex Evanovic sought suggestions on measuring lightning nodes in their current state. Christian requested further clarification on the specific aspect Alex wanted to monitor, providing examples such as network topology, monitoring a single node, or success rates of payments made on the network. The Lightning-dev mailing list serves as a platform for discussions related to the development of the Lightning Network, which is a second layer technology built on top of the Bitcoin blockchain. Its purpose is to address scalability issues by enabling instant and affordable transactions, unrestricted by transaction per second limitations. Measuring lightning nodes plays a crucial role in evaluating network performance and identifying areas that require improvement. This includes identifying critical nodes for routing transactions through network topology monitoring, understanding individual node behavior, and assessing payment success rates to gauge network reliability. Accurate measurement necessitates a comprehensive understanding of the network architecture and available monitoring tools. Valuable insights and recommendations can be obtained from members of the Lightning-dev mailing list for those interested in measuring lightning nodes.Alex's query regarding measuring lightning nodes lacks clear context. It remains uncertain whether Alex specifically refers to lightning network nodes or some other form of lightning node. Consequently, it is challenging to provide a precise answer. However, various tools and methods are available for measuring lightning network performance and identifying potential issues. These include Lightning Labs' LND Dashboard and Node Launcher, as well as third-party solutions like RTL and ThunderHub. Additionally, analyzing network traffic and node behavior through packet sniffing or similar techniques can offer valuable insights into data transmission and potential bottlenecks. Accurate measurement of lightning node performance requires a combination of tools, analysis techniques, and expertise in the lightning network protocol. With the appropriate approach, it is possible to gain a detailed understanding of node health and performance while optimizing their operation.
Updated on: 2023-07-31T20:25:26.918533+00:00