File Replication/Synchronization between multiple sites using BitTorrent

Question

I need to build a distributed system which relies on replication of large files between the sites.

I thought of using p2p technology like bittorrent to save on bandwidth, and increase reliability.

Am I terribly wrong?

Have anyone ever architected such a solution?

What libraries do you recommend?

Answer 1

A new promising solution from the developers of BitTorrent: BitTorrent Sync.

It has the following features:

• Unlimited and free!
• Currently supports Windows, Mac and Linux. Mobile platforms are in the works.
• Specifically designed to handle large files.
• Private and secure: all traffic is encrypted.
• Peer discovery protocols.
• Supports traffic relay for disconnected nodes.