# Satellites

Satellites are specialized nodes that manage metadata, coordinate network operations and ensure overall system integrity.

> **`Satellite Responsibilities`**

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{% tab title="1. Metadata Management" %}
Store file locations and access permissions.

Manage user account information.
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{% tab title="2. Network Coordination" %}
Assign storage tasks to appropriate nodes.

Monitor node health and performance.
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{% tab title="3. Audit Coordination" %}
Initiate and verify storage proofs.

Manage node reputation scores.
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{% tab title="4. Smart Contract Management" %}
Deploy and monitor storage contracts.

Handle payments and disputes.
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{% code title="Satellite Architecture" %}

```
graph TD
    A[API Gateway] --> B[Load Balancer]
    B --> C[Metadata Service]
    B --> D[Node Manager]
    B --> E[Audit Service]
    B --> F[Contract Service]
    C --> G[(Metadata DB)]
    D --> H[(Node Registry)]
    E --> I[(Audit Logs)]
    F --> J[(Blockchain)]
```

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