IC architecture overview

As illustrated in the above diagram, the Internet Computer Protocol consists of four layers:

• IC execution layer
• IC message routing layer
• IC consensus layer
• IC P2P (peer to peer) layer

Description of specific features:

• IC Smart Contract Memory
• Bitcoin integration
• HTTPS outcalls

Canisters serving the web:

• HTTP asset certification
• Boundary Nodes

See Also

• The Internet Computer project website (hosted on the IC): internetcomputer.org