Web3 — A vision for a decentralized web
10/1/2021 · Thibault Meunier, In-Young Jo
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This post introduces the concept of Web3 as the next paradigm for the internet, building upon the evolution from Web 1.0 to Web 2.0. It explains the technical underpinnings of decentralized systems, using Bitcoin and blockchain as examples, and highlights how these technologies enable decentralized applications (Dapps). The post discusses the implications of decentralization for end-users, particularly in the context of hosting content and identity management. It also outlines how Cloudflare's existing and future services can support the development and adoption of Web3, focusing on areas like content hosting, privacy-preserving technologies, and the potential for decentralized identity and NFTs.