| Type | Decentralized network |
| Focus | Individual privacy and collaborative learning |
| Purpose | Sharing information and resources • Privacy-preserving communication • Collaborative learning |
| Emergence | Mid-1990s |
| Political impact | Decentralized decision-making • Increased focus on net neutrality • Community-driven governance |
| Alternate timeline | Yes |
| Socio-economic impact | Emphasis on data privacy • Open information exchange • Collaborative education |
