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+# Bandwidth Providers
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+Bandwidth Providers are specialized participants in the TF Marketplace who supply bandwidth to Mycelium Gateways (MGWs). 
+
+
+## Core Principles
+
+- **Specialized Service**: Only visible to qualified bandwidth providers
+- **TFP-Based Billing**: Providers compensated in TFP based on bandwidth delivered
+- **Volume Pricing**: Pricing set per TB of data transferred
+- **Quality of Service**: Performance metrics tracked and rewarded
+- **Infrastructure Support**: Critical for the operation of Mycelium Gateways
+
+## How It Works
+
+### Provider Qualification
+
+- **Requirements**:
+  - Significant bandwidth capacity
+  - Reliable network infrastructure
+  - Geographic diversity (preferred)
+  - Stable connectivity
+  - Minimal latency
+
+- **Registration Process**:
+  - Apply for bandwidth provider status
+  - Verify network capabilities
+  - Complete technical integration
+  - Set pricing per TB of bandwidth
+
+### Operational Model
+
+- **Bandwidth Delivery**:
+  - Direct connection to TF-run Mycelium Gateways
+  - Automated traffic routing based on efficiency
+  - Real-time usage monitoring
+  - Dynamic capacity allocation
+
+- **Management Interface**:
+  - Monitor bandwidth consumption
+  - Track TFP earnings
+  - Adjust available capacity
+  - View performance metrics
+
+## Technical Specifications
+
+- This service is not visible to all marketplace participants and is specifically designed for providers with significant bandwidth capacity.
+
+- **Connection Requirements**:
+  - Direct peering arrangements
+  - Transit provider connections
+  - Dedicated links where available
+
+- **Performance Requirements**:
+  - Minimum uptime guarantees
+  - Latency thresholds
+  - Packet loss limitations
+  - Throughput commitments
+
+## TFP Exchange Mechanism
+
+- **Measurement**: Bandwidth usage measured in TB transferred
+- **Pricing**: Providers set their own price per TB
+- **Payment**: TFP automatically transferred based on verified usage by Mycelium GW
+- **Settlement**: Regular settlement periods (typically monthly)
+
+## Benefits for Providers
+
+- **Monetization**: Convert excess bandwidth capacity into TFP
+- **Predictable Income**: Based on actual bandwidth delivered
+- **Flexibility**: Adjust capacity and pricing as needed
+- **Integration**: Become an essential part of the TF Grid infrastructure
+- **Scaling**: Opportunity to grow with the TF ecosystem
+
+## Benefits for the TF Grid
+
+- **Reliability**: Multiple bandwidth sources ensure network resilience
+- **Performance**: Optimized routing improves user experience
+- **Scalability**: Distributed model allows for global growth
+- **Cost Efficiency**: Market-based pricing optimizes resource allocation
+