# TF Marketplace Products & Services

The TF Marketplace offers various products and services that facilitate the mutual credit [TFP Points](./tfp.md) system, enabling value exchange between suppliers (providers) and consumers. This document details these core offerings and how they integrate with the TFP marketplace.

## [Compute Resources = Slices](slices.md)

- **Definition**: The fundamental unit of compute resource
- **Suppliers**: Farmers who register their hardware nodes
- **Consumers**: Users who need computing resources
- **Exchange Mechanism**:
  - Users acquire Slices through the marketplace
  - TFP = points flow from consumers to suppliers based on utilization
  - Pricing varies based on slice size and specifications
- **Integration**:
  - Natively connected to the Mycelium network
  - Detailed specifications available in [slices.md](./slices.md)

## [3Nodes](3nodes.md)

- **Definition**: Physical computing hardware (servers, computers) that can be bought and sold
- **Suppliers**: Hardware owners selling their equipment
- **Consumers**: Users looking to acquire physical computing hardware
- **Purchase Options**:
  - **Supplier-Hosted**: Hardware remains at supplier's facility but owned by buyer
  - **Physical Transfer**: Hardware physically shipped to buyer's location
- **Exchange Mechanism**:
  - Upfront TFP payment for both hosting options
  - For physically transferred hardware: escrow system protects both parties during shipping
  - For supplier-hosted hardware: clear SLAs define uptime and performance guarantees
- **Hardware Types**:
  - Servers
  - Desktop computers
  - Mini PCs
  - Custom builds
- **Specifications**:
  - Detailed hardware specifications provided
  - Condition and age documented
  - Performance metrics where available
  - Power consumption data

## [Mycelium Gateways](mycelium_gw.md)

- **Definition**: Services enabling internet connectivity to the TF Marketplace
- **Suppliers**: Gateway providers offering internet access
- **Consumers**: Users requiring internet connectivity for their resources
- **Exchange Mechanism**:
  - Consumers pay TFP for bandwidth consumed
  - Gateway providers earn TFP based on traffic volume
- **Core Functionality**:
  - Traffic forwarding from a `prefix.domain_name` structure to a Mycelium address
  - Support for custom domain names or platform-acquired names
  - Integration with Mycelium-based DNS system
- **Management**:
  - Users can create and delete web gateway configurations
  - Configure routing and access controls

## [Bandwidth Providers](bandwidth_providers.md)

- **Definition**: Specialized providers supplying bandwidth to TF-run Mycelium Gateways
- **Suppliers**: Entities with significant bandwidth capacity
- **Consumers**: TF-run Mycelium Gateways
- **Exchange Mechanism**:
  - TFP paid based on TB of bandwidth delivered
  - Providers set their own price per TB
  - Regular settlement periods (typically monthly)
- **Visibility**:
  - Not visible to all marketplace participants
  - Specialized service for qualified providers only
- **Requirements**:
  - Significant bandwidth capacity
  - Reliable network infrastructure
  - Stable connectivity
  - Minimal latency

## [Mycelium Names](names.md)

- **Definition**: A global fair name system for domain registration and management
- **Suppliers**: TF COOP (primary name provider)
- **Consumers**: Users registering and managing domain names
- **Exchange Mechanism**:
  - TFP paid based on name length (shorter names cost more TFP)
  - Registration period affects total point cost
- **Core Functionality**:
  - Registration and management of domain names
  - Integration with Web Gateways for DNS resolution
  - Support for various domain types and structures


## [Application Solutions](apps.md)

- **Definition**: Pre-configured, self-healing applications deployed on the platform
- **Suppliers**: Solution providers who develop and maintain applications
- **Consumers**: End users who utilize these applications
- **Exchange Mechanism**:
  - Unique model: users provide slices to solution providers
  - Users maintain sovereignty over deployed solutions
  - Monthly TFP fees for management and support
- **Examples**:
  - Gitea (Git service)
  - CRM systems
  - PostgreSQL database clusters
- **Deployment Process**:
  - Users select Solutions from the marketplace
  - Solutions specify resource requirements
  - Platform guides users through resource acquisition if needed
- **Management & Support**:
  - Solutions typically managed by providers
  - Users may have limited direct access during active management
  - Users can reclaim full control if they discontinue a managed Solution
- **Interdependencies**:
  - Solutions can depend on other Solutions
  - Modular architecture allows for flexible configurations

## Human Energy Services

- **Definition**: Professional technical services and support
- **Suppliers**: Service providers (designers, admins, trainers, developers)
- **Consumers**: Users needing expertise and technical assistance
- **Exchange Mechanism**:
  - Consumers pay TFP directly to service providers
  - Rates based on service tier, duration, and timing
- **Service Tiers**:
  - Standard Support: Basic assistance
  - Expert Services: Specialized, higher-cost assistance
  - Priority Options: Expedited response/resolution
- **Pricing Model**:
  - Volume discounts for larger purchases
  - Premium rates for urgent or off-hours service
- **Service Providers**:
  - Initial phase: In-house TF teams
  - Future vision: Open marketplace for community providers
- **Service Marketplace**:
  - Users can post service requests
  - Providers can bid on requests
  - Platform facilitates matching between requesters and providers


## TFP Exchange

- **Definition**: System for trading TFP for traditional currencies through [liquidity pools](./tfp.md)
- **Suppliers**: TFP sellers offering TFP for currency
- **Consumers**: TFP buyers acquiring TFP with currency
- **Exchange Mechanism**:
  - Direct exchange of TFP for currencies (TFT, USD, etc.)
  - Market-based pricing with potential platform guidance
- **Functionality**:
  - Trading platform for TFP
  - Support for multiple currencies
  - Transaction history and reporting


## Supporting Concept

### Mycelium Network

- **Definition**: A foundational, secure networking layer underpinning the platform
- **Core Functionality**:
  - Provides inherent connectivity for all Slices
  - Web Gateways utilize Mycelium addresses for routing
  - Hosts its own internal DNS service
- **Integration**:
  - Not offered as a standalone service
  - Integral component of the platform infrastructure
  - Enables secure communication between all TF Marketplace components


### Benefits of the Product Marketplace

- **Sovereignty**: Users maintain control over their resources and data
- **Interoperability**: All products designed to work seamlessly together
- **Flexibility**: Multiple options to meet diverse needs
- **Scalability**: Resources can grow with user requirements
- **Security**: Built-in protection through the Mycelium network