ICN Glossary

Welcome to the ICN glossary. Here you will find definitions and explanations for key terms used across our platform.

Daemon

Software running on servers to provide essential metrics to HyperNodes.

Satellite Network

A decentralized, permissionless data storage network where HyperNodes store off-chain proof data.

Hardware Provider

An entity or individual that supplies ScalerNodes to the ICN Protocol.

ICN Console

The command system interface for users to manage HyperNodes, ScalerNodes, Link staking and other core ICN protocol functions.

ICNP Smart Contracts

Smart contracts for key operational functions like rewards, penalties, and collateral management.

ICN Link

A non-fungible token (ERC-721 standard) that grants HyperNode access to the ICN network. It may also be used as hardware collateral to secure participation as a Hardware Node.

Region

A geographic area encompassing multiple zones where Hardware Providers install ScalerNodes.

Cluster

A group of ScalerNodes of the same type, often based on geographic proximity or performance characteristics.

Builder

An entity that accesses virtual machines from ICN to run applications or cloud services such as object storage or GPU computing.

HyperNode

A node that audits and measures the performance of ScalerNodes and virtual machines.