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# Core Capabilities

The ThreeFold Grid presents core capabilities that make it an innovative and optimal decentralized cloud platform.

- **Decentralized Storage:** Secure, redundant, and scalable storage solutions that ensure data privacy and availability.

- **Edge Computing:** Deploy applications closer to end-users for lower latency and better performance.

- **Blockchain Integration:** Built-in blockchain technology for secure transactions, identity management, and resource allocation.

- **Open Source:** The platform is open source, allowing users to contribute to its development and customize it to their needs.

- **Global Network:** A growing network of nodes across the globe, ensuring low latency and high availability.