Why Decentralizing Compute is Crucial for Internet Freedom

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If you caught our last blog, you know we’re on a mission to change the way you think about the internet. We talked about how owning decentralized compute, data, and applications is essential to reclaiming control from the big tech giants.

Today, we’re kicking off a three-part series diving deeper into each of these components, starting with decentralized compute.

Compute power might sound like a dry topic, but it’s at the heart of the digital world we live in.

If you’ve ever wondered why the big tech companies hold so much power, it’s because they control the compute. Today, we’re going to dive deep into why decentralized compute is so crucial and what the ramifications are, if you are not in control of it.

Think about the last time you streamed a movie, ran an app, or stored some data in the cloud. Chances are, you were using compute power provided by a Web2 giant like Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud, or Microsoft Azure.

These companies own massive data centers packed with servers that handle the heavy lifting for most of the internet.

Here’s the catch: when a few companies control most of the compute power, they also control a huge chunk of the internet. They set the rules, decide who gets access, and can change terms of service on a whim.

We’ve seen instances where services get shut down, prices get hiked, and data privacy is compromised — all because these companies hold the keys to the kingdom.

What is the solution? And what exactly is decentralized compute?

In simple terms, it means distributing the computing power across a network of nodes owned by different individuals or entities rather than being concentrated in the hands of a few corporations. Here’s why it matters:

1. No Single Point of Failure: In a decentralized system, there isn’t one central point that can fail or be attacked. This makes the network more resilient and secure. Imagine if one of those big data centers went down. A decentralized system avoids that risk by spreading the load.

2. Democratic Control: Instead of a few companies making all the decisions, control is distributed among many participants. This democratizes the internet and ensures that no single entity has too much power.

3. Privacy and Security: Your data isn’t sitting in a massive corporate data center where it can be accessed or exploited. In a decentralized system, your data is more secure and private because it’s spread across many nodes, and only you control who gets access.

Owning decentralized compute means you’re no longer at the mercy of the Web2 giants. This shift democratizes control, enhances security, and preserves privacy. Instead of being dictated by a few powerful companies, decentralized compute allows for a resilient, equitable, and user-controlled internet.

Consider a real-world example: AWS controls a significant portion of the world’s cloud computing power. When AWS experiences outages, countless websites and services go down with it, disrupting businesses and users globally. This centralized control creates a single point of failure that can impact millions.

In a decentralized compute model, control is distributed among many individual nodes rather than a single entity.

This reduces the risk of widespread outages, enhances security by eliminating central points of attack, and ensures that users maintain control over their own data and resources.

Decentralized compute creates a more robust and fair internet infrastructure, where power and control are shared among all participants.

And, what are the ramifications of not owning compute?

If we don’t move toward decentralized compute, we remain stuck in the current system where a few powerful companies control everything. Here’s why that’s a problem:

- Censorship and Control: Companies can censor content, restrict access, and even shut down services they don’t agree with. This limits freedom of expression and access to information.

- Data Exploitation: Your data becomes a commodity for these companies to sell and exploit. Privacy becomes a luxury rather than a right.

- Economic Inequality: The profits from our digital activities continue to flow to a few mega-corporations, widening the economic gap and stifling innovation from smaller players.

We’re on the brink of a massive paradigm shift. Decentralized compute isn’t just a technical upgrade — it’s a fundamental shift in how we interact with the internet.

Imagine a world where computing power is owned and controlled by the people who use it. This means more security, more privacy, and a more equitable digital landscape.

To be part of this movement, it’s crucial to stay informed and get involved. Download the Care.Wallet and hold some SOLVE tokens. These steps will ensure you’re ready to take part in the next big thing that’s coming. Both Care.Wallet and SOLVE will play a major role in enabling you to fully participate in this new paradigm shift, and reap the rewards.

Stay tuned for more updates, because what’s coming next is going to change everything you thought you knew about the internet. We’re building something extraordinary, and you won’t want to miss it. Coming this August, 2024!

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