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* cmd, les, tests: remove light client code This commit removes the light client (LES) code. Since the merge the light client has been broken and it is hard to maintain it alongside the normal client. We decided it would be best to remove it for now and maybe rework and reintroduce it in the future. * cmd, eth: remove some more mentions of light mode * cmd: re-add flags and mark as deprecated * cmd: warn the user about deprecated flags * eth: better error message
This is a minor refactor in preparation of changes to range verifier. This PR contains no intentional functional changes but moves (and renames) the light.NodeSet
This changes removes the package 'light', which is currently unused.
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BSC Client Update: Removal of LES and Light Client
Description
This update is dedicated to removing the LES (Light Ethereum Subprotocol) and the light client functionality from our BSC client codebase. The primary goal is to streamline the code, enhance performance, and align with our strategic direction towards supporting more robust, full-node operations on the BNB Chain.
Rationale
The removal of LES and the light client from the BSC codebase is a strategic decision influenced by their diminishing utility, performance considerations, and maintenance demands. Originally designed for light clients on BSC, LES has observed a decline in usage, particularly with the growing trend of full nodes within the BSC ecosystem. Maintaining this feature has been increasingly resource-intensive. Eliminating it allows for a more focused approach towards optimizing the performance and security of full nodes. This move is also in line with the broader trend within the BNB Chain community towards stronger and more secure network operations.
Example
CLI/API response before changes:
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Changes
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