> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.inferix.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.inferix.io/inferix-whitepaper/decentralized-visual-computing/decentralized-storage-and-data-security/decentralized-storage.md).

# Decentralized storage

With the large volume of data involved, using traditional cloud storage models at traditional data centers can be extremely costly. Peer-to-peer (P2P) and decentralized storage networks like IPFS and Filecoin offer a significant reduction in costs while maintaining access speeds comparable to traditional methods. The 3D data storage system of Inferix will predominantly rely on such decentralized networks, leveraging their cost-effectiveness and efficiency for managing extensive data volumes.


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