Respondent ID | 12535297177 |
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End Date | 03/30/2021 10:00:48 AM |
language | en |
If you have previously applied to be a node please provide us with your application ID. Second-time applicants will be highly considered. You can email us at [email protected] if you don't know your application ID. | |
City/Town | Ottawa |
State/Province | Ontario |
Country | Canada |
What languages do you speak? (Please separate with commas so we can parse them) | English, arabic |
What is your occupation? | IT |
Non-technical Role or Other (please specify) | |
How many years experience in your field? | 4-7 |
What is the highest degree or level of school you have completed? | Bachelor’s degree (for example: BA. BS) |
Did you purchase xx coins in the xx coin sale? | Yes |
Are you an individual or a group? | Individual |
Node City | Ottawa |
Node State/Province | Ontario |
Node Country | Canada |
For which networks have you ever operated a node? |
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What kind of improvements would you like to see in xx network nodes vs. previous nodes you have supported? | I have not operated a node before therefore cannot say |
What are potential setbacks preventing you from operating an xx network node? | None |
What is the maximum upload bandwidth in megabits per second your node can provide? | 500 mgb per second |
What is the maximum download bandwidth in megabits per second your node can provide? | 500 mgb per second |
What is a reasonable uptime estimate you can provide for your BetaNet node? | 72 |
Please estimate the cost of electricity in the geographic area where your BetaNet node will be running. | 10 cents per kwh |
On a monthly basis, how much time can you publicly commit to dedicating toward governance if you were selected as a BetaNet node operator?` | 48 |
In what type of environment would this server be located? | Personal Home |
If your server is located in your personal home, please specify the name of your Internet Service Provider (ISP). | Rogers |
If your server is located in a Datacenter, please specify the name of the company hosting it. Nodes will not be allowed to run on Hetzner. If you do, you will not receive compensation. | |
Do you have past experience deploying hardware servers in a datacenter? | No |
Do you already own sufficient hardware to meet the published xx network BetaNet Node specifications (found here)? | No |
Do you have hardware you would like to use but does not meet the stated BetaNet node specs? If so, please provide specs on that hardware below: | |
Why do you want to be a node? | I wish to play a role in the development of the XX network. I also want to further my own knowledge of this nee crypto and invest |
How did you originally hear about the xx network? | Bitcointalk |
Which current xx network communities are you a member of? |
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Are you an active member of those communities? | No |
What specifically, interests you about the xx network platform? | It’s apparent ease of use and protection of privacy. |
Outside of xx network communities, are you an active participant in other node or developer community groups? If so, which ones? | No |
Have you ever attended a blockchain conference? If so, which one(s)? | Attended the blockchain event in Fort Lauderdale last year, as well as the future digital finance 2020 event in Miami. Where my interest for this really took off |
Do you have past experience managing communities or creating content to be distributed across social media? Please enter details for all with which you are comfortable or have experience: | |
As part of growing the xx network community, are you willing to create content as part of operating an xx network BetaNet node? Examples would be node setup & on-boarding review vlog post, bi-weekly twitter update, medium review of on-going node operational process, etc. | However much is required of me |
Would you be interested in helping to lead the development of the next xx network community? | Yes |
Why do you want to run a node in the xx network |
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What is the difference between decentralized networks and distributed networks, and where on the decentralization spectrum do you sit? | Decentralized networks do not have single-based authority. Distributed networks do, however can be decentralized. I see the pros and cons and both and am not particularly biased towards one over the other |
As best as you can given currently available information, please describe the value proposition of the xx network platform and how it differs from other current blockchain solutions. | Xx network seems to be pushing the envelope in the creation and maintenance of digital cash, and decentralizing society to create a more fair, safe and just way of earning money. This is why I am so interested in the whole project, I believe xxnetwork is taking things to the next level as opposed to other networks that are remaining stagnant. |
Privacy by Default is a goal of the xx network Platform. In your opinion, why is Privacy by Default critical for the future of the internet? | Nobody should have to willingly give their personal information out unless absolutely necessary. Should be able to earn and trade safely and privately barring any red flags. |
In your opinion, what threat, if any, do quantum computers pose toward decentralized systems? What about centralized systems? |
Please specify what HW you intend to use if you are selected to run a node.
I intend to use CPU Ryzen 3600 with EVO 970 pro 1TB plus 250 GB
I would also like to point out that my answer on quantum was left blank as i am not too knowledgable on quantum computing, however i do understand its potential hacking threat. I appreciate any and all consideration and am really hoping to be a part of the xx community.
excellent responses, has my approval.
Wow great replies back…very good!!! You now have my vote. Really like the interest and replies…good job!
Your application and interest seems promising. Got my vote
You have my support! Good job!
You have my support.
Good application. You have my vote.
You have my vote
Thank you for the support!
Thanks buddy I appreciate it!
Thank you!
Thank you Alicia!
Thanks walter03!!
Thank you , and I guarantee you it’s gonna be promising more and more!
Love the interest you have. You have my support
Looks promising, I support it.
Very good application with good responses. Like that you r engaging here. Definitely have my support.