Mesh networks

How do you feel about mesh networks as they are now? Only ones I'm aware of are cjdns meshes like NYC Mesh[1] and the Philadelphia one[2]. What strikes me about these is that I haven't found any posts with first-hand experiences using these networks,g and more recently there've been more corporate Wi-Fi projects like LinkNYC (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LinkNYC) and Comcast's public networks. Can mesh networks realistically catch on? Have you worked on one before? [1] https://nycmesh.net/ [2] https://phillymesh.net

in small compact areas it would be easy to set up, however in places like the midwest it would be much harder as everyone is so spread out.

I don't see how there aren't Mesh network communities like the Ham radio communities. Seems like it'd be easier to make a Mesh Network now than it would be to operate hams. So whats taking us so long?

>>342 I think the issue is that the people who would be interested are already using HAM, and don't want to switch, and new people go with the thing that they see others using.

Anyone know anything about lainet?

>>348 I think its dead. if not contact zannix on irc. regardless its not a direct mesh which is what we should be working on. >>344 I think the problem is there is no acessible way to setup a direct peer. To become a HAM operator all you need is to order a ham and learn how to use it by reading through any of the many guides that are easily available online

>How do you feel about mesh networks as they are now? Abandoned, overall. >Can mesh networks realistically catch on? In a city or province, yes. Around the world, probably companies will not let this happen. Unless Briar project starts to work beautifully and goes viral like a snapchat thing. >Have you worked on one before? no.