Summary[]
Nodes are the building blocks of every network. Linking them into a specific structure allows each node's unique function to support and improve the network as a whole. There are four types of nodes, each of which are necessary for the success of a network.
Types[]
Business[]
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| B-coin Mine | B-coin Mixer | Core | Database | Server Farm |
Business nodes support the rest of the system by providing and storing resources, and allowing expansion and connections to other networks.
- The Core maintains the entire structure of the network, passively watches for stealth attacks, and stores network information and data. Reputation is lost if the Core's database is fully downloaded.
- netConnections provide a connection to all other networks via the World Map. All nodes must be within 9 links of the nearest netConnection, and the Core requires a specific number to be on the network depending upon its level. All hacks start from here.
- Server Farms create money by selling their computing power.
- Databases store and clean money.
- B-coin Mines create B-coins by deciphering coin sequences.
- B-coin Mixers store and clean (or mix) B-coins.
Security[]
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| Black ICE | Code Gate | Guardian | Sentry | Scanner | Turret |
Security nodes prevent intruders from stealing resources and lowering reputation.
- Sentries are the fundamental security, spreading antivirus throughout the network as soon as an intruder is detected.
- Turrets provide extra power to defend directly connected nodes.
- Black ICEs have even higher strength, but take time to charge and fire.
- Code Gates are password protected gates which significantly reduce damage and the installation time of Access programs while the filter is active.
- Scanners increase the visibility of stealth programs on nodes within 3 links.
- Guardians provide shields to connected nodes for added defense.
Hacking[]
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| Compiler | Evolver | Program Library |
Hacking nodes provide all the tools necessary to infiltrate other networks and acquire resources and reputation.
- Program Libraries store compiled programs for use in later hacks.
- The Compiler writes unique viruses to be stored in program libraries.
- The Evolver develops and upgrades programs to make them more effective and efficient.
Artificial Intelligence[]
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| AI Beetle | AI Hawk | AI Squid |
- The AI Beetle protects against intrusions by repairing the firewall of nearby damaged nodes.
- The AI Hawk attacks nearby nodes that have been breached by an attacker.
- The AI Squid performs focussed scans for stealth programs on nearby nodes.
Statistics[]
Each node has a specific number of connection slots available, which allow it to be linked to other nodes. Each link takes up one slot on each of the linked nodes.
Each node has a specific number of program slots, which allow programs to be installed on it during a hack. Each program takes up one slot on a node.
Each node has a certain amount of firewall depending on the node level, which must be depleted by offensive programs installed on connecting nodes before it can be captured during a hack. Each node also has a certain amount of firewall regeneration, listed as percent per second.
| Node | Connection Slots |
Program Slots |
Firewall Regeneration |
| B-coin Mine | 3 | 3 | 2% per second |
| B-coin Mixer | 4 | 3 | 2% per second |
| netConnection | 1 | 3 | - |
| Core | 5 | 5 | 1% per second |
| Database | 4 | 3 | 2% per second |
| Server Farm | 3 | 3 | 2% per second |
| Node | Connection Slots |
Program Slots |
Firewall Regeneration |
| Black ICE | 4 | 5 | 1% per second |
| Code Gate | 3 | 3 | 2% per second |
| Guardian | 5 | 4 | 1% per second |
| Scanner | 4 | 3 | 1% per second |
| Sentry | 4 | 4 | 1% per second |
| Turret | 4 | 4 | 1% per second |
| Node | Connection Slots |
Program Slots |
Firewall Regeneration |
| Compiler | 3 | 3 | 2% per second |
| Evolver | 3 | 3 | 3% per second |
| Program Library | 3 | 3 | 2% per second |
| Node | Connection Slots |
Program Slots |
Firewall Regeneration |
| AI Beetle | 4 | 4 | 1% per second |
| AI Hawk | 3 | 4 | 1% per second |
| AI Squid | 5 | 4 | 1% per second |
Notes[]
- netConnections do not have any firewall and cannot be reclaimed by the network during a hack
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