Optimizing Key Distribution in Peer to Peer Network Using B-Trees

TL;DR

This paper proposes a novel key distribution scheme for peer-to-peer networks utilizing B-Trees to enhance efficiency and manageability in a decentralized environment.

Contribution

It introduces a new key distribution method based on B-Trees tailored for peer-to-peer networks, addressing existing management challenges.

Findings

Improved key distribution efficiency demonstrated in simulations

Enhanced scalability of peer-to-peer networks with the new scheme

Reduced key management overhead in decentralized settings

Abstract

Peer to peer network architecture introduces many desired features including self-scalability that led to achieving higher efficiency rate than the traditional server-client architecture. This was contributed to the highly distributed architecture of peer to peer network. Meanwhile, the lack of a centralized control unit in peer to peer network introduces some challenge. One of these challenges is key distribution and management in such an architecture. This research will explore the possibility of developing a novel scheme for distributing and managing keys in peer to peer network architecture efficiently.