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Why use a peer-to-peer network instead of a central server?  
1. No single point of failure.  
2. Scalability through distributed resources.  
3. Reduced costs by eliminating server infrastructure.  
4. Enhanced privacy and data ownership.  
5. Resilience against censorship or shutdowns.  
6. Lower bandwidth usage for data distribution.  
7. Increased fault tolerance and reliability.  
8. Decentralized control and governance