Modeling BitTorrent-like systems with many classes of users

摘要

Large-scale distributions of digital content over the Internet require effective algorithms and systems. The traditional BitTorrent model has been successful in the distribution of files on peer-to-peer (P2P) systems for homogeneous users [1,2]. But in the real world, how should voluminous content be effectively distributed to heterogeneous users on diverse connections such as dial-up, digital subscriber line (DSL)/cable, and local area networks (LANs)?