ipfs/kubo

implement 'relay only' mode

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#4,197 opened on Sep 2, 2017

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Description

It would be very useful to have a mode where you can run ipfs entirely over relayed connections. This would allow lower powered devices to be able to interact with the ipfs network more easily.

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Research direction
Investigate the current IPFS connection logic in Kubo and how relay connections are established via go libp2p. Identify configuration entry points to add a 'relay only' mode that forces all connections through relays. Examine existing relay related options and test infrastructure.
Tech stack
go
Domain
backend
Issue type
Feature
DifficultyEstimated implementation difficulty for a new contributor, from 1 for very small changes to 5 for expert-level work.
3
Estimated timeA rough time range for an experienced contributor to investigate, implement, test, and prepare a pull request.
Half day
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Active
ClarityHow clearly the issue explains the expected change, acceptance criteria, and next step.
Clear
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GoGit
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70