Matrix is a set of open APIs for decentralized and end-to-end encrypted communication. It works across a collection of federation servers to deliver Instant messages, Voice over IP (VoIP), and Internet of Things (IoT) communication in real time. It uses **homeservers** to store the account information and chat history. Federation works like email, which means you can either use a server hosted by somebody or host your Matrix server that provides greater control over your data. The decentralized ......