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FAQ: Distributed vs Decentralized

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Description

I think it would be good to have in the FAQ section a clarifying answer to:

Why is Matrix "Decentralized" and not "Distributed"?

(Or something similar)
This is something I tried to find an answer to a few times already, always with no luck!!!

Since, **_apparently_**, a Distributed protocol is superior in terms of security/privacy i think it would be great to let users understand why it was chosen a Decentralized protocol over a Distributed one.

Thanks

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Research direction

Start by locating the website's FAQ section and researching Matrix's use of “decentralized” versus “distributed,” including the security and privacy distinction raised in the issue. Done means adding a clear FAQ answer that explains why Matrix uses this terminology and addresses the user's comparison.

Written by the indexing model from the issue text.

Assessment

Domain
documentation
Issue type
Documentation
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
38/100

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