Consider a DHT with a mesh overlay topology (that is, every peer tracks allpeers in the

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Consider a DHT with a mesh overlay topology (that is, every peer tracks allpeers in the system). What are the advantages and disadvantages of such adesign? What are the advantages and disadvantages of a circular DHT (withno shortcuts)?

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QUESTION:

Consider a DHT with a mesh overlay topology (that is, every peer tracks allpeers in the system). What are the advantages and disadvantages of such adesign? What are the advantages and disadvantages of a circular DHT (withno shortcuts)?

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Advantages of Mesh Overlay Topology:
• Very good latency as all the elements are connected to each other.
• Easy to add new nodes or allow for nodes to leave the system.
• Allows for efficient routing of data across multiple nodes or ultimate reliable delivery of data.

Disadvantages of Mesh Overlay Topology:
• High overhead cost for

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