Peer-to-Peer Discovery Service

The Peer-To-Peer Discovery Service (P2PDS) is a supporting component in the Circular Protocol reference architecture, intended to assist with node discovery and bootstrap. During initial setup, a node can use P2PDS to obtain peer connection information and establish connectivity with the network.

Over time, nodes may exchange peer metadata and related network information as part of normal network operation, helping new nodes discover participants and integrate efficiently. P2PDS is designed to support network connectivity and scalability, particularly during bootstrap and discovery workflows. Implementations may vary by deployment, and discovery can be provided through multiple mechanisms.