Definition
Nodes periodically exchange state with random peers so info spreads epidemically.
How it works
Decentralized membership + failure detection with no coordinator; O(1) load per node. Used by Cassandra, Consul.
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Common questions
What is Gossip / SWIM?
Nodes periodically exchange state with random peers so info spreads epidemically.
How does Gossip / SWIM work?
Decentralized membership + failure detection with no coordinator; O(1) load per node. Used by Cassandra, Consul.
What is Gossip / SWIM used for in system design?
Decentralized membership + failure detection with no coordinator; O(1) load per node. Used by Cassandra, Consul.
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