I have seen some similar projects, like Tor, NKN, and Orchid.
Tor is not a blockchain project, but the concept is quite close.
In my opinion, Orchid almost has the same idea as you.
Can you give me some ideas about the difference between yours and them?
Hello, thanks for your questions.
TOR is software, that is why we consider it to consume significantly less CPU time. Tor depends on a centralized directory service which can be easily banned. On the other hand, Deeper Network Trident Protocol is very fast and totally decentralized thanks to its blockchain technology genes.
For Orchid, that is a popular project.
Let me share more information with you.
1. Network Security
Deeper has enterprise-grade network-security technologies; Orchid Protocol has no network security-related technology.
Network security technology is one of Deeper’s core competitive advantage; it also happens to be an indispensable foundation for the network sharing model to function:
1.1. Deeper Network’s Secure Network Sharing
Users face the following risks when participating in bandwidth sharing, for example:
IP is used to illegally download copyrighted BT resources
IP is used to upload or download child porn videos
IP is used for cyberattacks
Deeper has enterprise-grade 7 layers of deep packet inspection which protects users' networks from illegal use at all levels of the network. Users can participate in bandwidth sharing with confidence. Deeper's world-class network security technology is unmatched.
1.2. Network-security Enables More Useful Applications
Deeper's product is not only a network sharing device but also a network security device. Not only can it provide users with DPN (Decentralized Private Network) services, but it can also function as a next-gen distributed firewall that provides users with enterprise-level network security and privacy protection whether they choose to enable network sharing or not.
2. Superior Network Sharing Technology
Deeper’s Trident Protocol vs Orchid Protocol’s WebRTC Protocol
Deeper's shared network is implemented using the in-house Trident protocol. The Trident protocol is a sharing protocol specially developed for P2P mesh networks. It has the following characteristics:
1. Intranet penetration
2. Protocol disguise
3. Traffic obfuscation
4. Randomized ports
5. Tunnel congestion control
The Trident protocol can ensure all nodes on the Deeper Network can safely, and fully interconnect with nodes around the world.
The Web RTC protocol adopted by the Orchid Protocol was originally designed as a protocol for point-to-point A/V transmission. It is not a protocol designed for decentralized network transmission. The WebRTC protocol has obvious characteristics that can easily be identified and blocked. The WebRTC protocol requires the support of a central server to run which is contrary to a decentralized network. The WebRTC protocol has no congestion control function. When it comes to network communication across firewalls, countries, and continents, WebRTC’s performance cannot meet the real needs of users.
Deeper’s smart routing vs Orchid Protocol’s single, unidirectional routing
Deeper’s smart routing technology can identify and seamlessly switch tunnel connections on the fly to bypass any region-restricted content.
Orchid protocol’s method is more like a traditional VPN, which only provides users with a single, unidirectional network tunnel
3. Complete Blockchain Ecosystem
The Deeper chain was developed by Deeper from the ground up to specialize in mass-scale communication between distributed nodes. The two-layer structure enables Deeper chain to reach a processing speed of 100,000 per second. At the same time, the Proof of Credit consensus algorithm, which is unique to Deeper, enables each node to not only share bandwidth but also incentivizes participation in the blockchain consensus process and reap mining rewards.
The blockchain part of the Orchid Protocol only serves as a dAPP within Ethereum. Ethereum's current high gas fees and extremely slow processing speed are not suitable as a basic platform for mass scale micropayments.
Deeper Network is a complete ecosystem. Deeper has a user-friendly gateway, a global shared secure network, a highly scalable and efficient blockchain, and limitless potential in its dAPP store.
The Orchid Protocol is merely a single dAPP. It is not a stretch to say that Deeper’s dAPP mall will eventually spawn multiple applications that are similar in nature to Orchid Protocol.
4. Superior Product
Deeper's offerings include both hardware and software. Hardware products can run 24×7 hours to provide stable resources for shared networks.
The software client by the Orchid Protocol is in the form of a mobile APP. A mobile phone's network connection environment is inherently unstable, and due to power limitations, it is not suitable as a network sharing node. In order for the Orchid Protocol to maintain a smooth network, a large number of cloud nodes need to be deployed to provide services. This is no different from traditional VPN technology. Orchid Protocol is applying blockchain concepts just for the sake of it.
Deeper’s hardware functions on a network level. A Deeper device can serve and protect all connected devices in the entire home network, including mobile phones, computers, and IoT devices.
Orchid protocol is limited to only mobile phones. A user must install the Orchid APP on each and every phone, one by one. The mobile APP cannot interoperate with other devices like desktops or IoT.
5. Superior Business Model
5.1. Higher Adoption Rate
Deeper’s mantra has always been about prioritizing the end-user experience. A Deeper customer can benefit from our product despite:
lacking a technical background
unaware of the concept and existence of blockchain
a full understanding of VPNs or firewalls
Deeper's hardware is true plug-and-play, making the complex topic of cybersecurity more approachable to the general consumer, paving the way for mass adoption.
The complex on-ramp process to use Orchid Protocol is destined to have limited appeal beyond those deeply vested in crypto. Their market penetration and adoption rate will pale in comparison by orders of magnitude.
5.2. Diversified Revenue Stream
Deeper developed its own hardware, software, and blockchain, enabling a diversified stream of revenue.
Hardware:
Deeper’s hardware is hyper optimized with a cost as low as $5. Deeper can profit from hardware sales alone by focusing on the high-end market, or it can subsidize hardware for market share to build up its network ecosystem. The latter of which is unmatched by any competitor.
Software:
At the same time, Deeper can earn revenue from operating system upgrades, security database updates, and software subscription fees.
Blockchain:
Deeper chain and PoC consensus mechanism ensure high transaction processing frequency and low transaction costs, both of which are critical to dAPP development and distribution. Deeper can profit from dAPP transaction fees, and it can also benefit from appreciation of DPR token value with increased dAPP usage.
Hope this may give you more idea about our Deeper Network.
