> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.otomic.org/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.otomic.org/how-it-works/rfq-network-for-web3.md).

# RFQ Network for Web3

Otomic is a decentralized and automated request for quote (RFQ) network that supports secure cross-chain value exchanges.

As a permission-less, automated trading network based on atomic swap contracts, Otomic can facilitate exchanges between any pair of L1 or L2 blockchains *without* using asset pools. Compared to other bridge solutions, especially those based on a liquidity pool or lock-and-mint mechanism, Otomic is:

* Much safer
* Faster (especially for withdrawals)
* Cheaper
* More censorship resistant
* More capital efficient
* Polyglot (i.e., supports non-EVM native assets)
* Easier to use

Read on to learn more Otomic's design and unique features!

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[Gold standard: atomic swap](/how-it-works/gold-standard-atomic-swap.md)
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[Liquidity pools](/how-it-works/liquidity-pools.md)
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[Look Ma, no pools!](/how-it-works/look-ma-no-pools.md)
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[An omni bridge](/how-it-works/an-omni-bridge.md)
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[The Otomic UX](/how-it-works/the-otomic-ux.md)
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[Edge client architecture](/how-it-works/edge-client-architecture.md)
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[Developers](/how-it-works/developers.md)
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[DAO and tokens](/how-it-works/dao-and-tokens.md)
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Happy trading!