Why open a link
Why open a link
Single packets are enough for simple messages. Links add a cheap encrypted channel with forward secrecy, RTT tracking, keepalives, and helpers for requests, channels, buffers, and file resources.
- Link setup costs only a few packets once a path exists
- Initiator anonymity still applies for the described link modes
- Resources and channels ride on top of an established link
LINKREQUEST
Open session
LINKIDENTIFY
Exchange keys
LINKREADY
Send traffic
LINKCLOSE
Tear down
Application data belongs on a ready link. Requests, channels, and resources ride the same session.
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