A resource naming service (RNS) server receives peer resource requests from peer platforms through a networking environment. The RNS server, possibly in cooperation with other RNS servers and peer registrars generates a response to the request to enable the peer platforms to access the requested peer...http://www.google.co.uk/patents/US7594030?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US7594030 - Locator and tracking service for peer to peer resources
