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'''''Sudo Mesh is an all-volunteer organization building the People's Open Network, a | '''''Sudo Mesh is an all-volunteer organization building the '''People's Open Network''', a community-owned and operated non-profit internet infrastructure in Oakland.''''' | ||
A [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mesh_networking mesh network] is | A [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mesh_networking mesh network] is ''basically'' free internet that gives the users an alternative to their service provider. It consists of routers that has software that allows it to communicate with other routers, instead of a modem (or service provider). The users who join the network enable others to be on the network and support [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Net_neutrality net neutrality]. These networks are resilient to disasters because the routers are distributed throughout the community rather than being dependent on the infrastructure developed by service providers. | ||
The software we've created is [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Open_source open source] and we're using it to create free internet for Oakland and | The software we've created is [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Open_source open source] and we're using it to create free internet for Oakland and the surrounding areas. | ||
A mesh network doesn't depend on a centralized Internet Service Providers (ISP), but instead on each of the routers in the network. It shares a decentralized mode of communication with our local community. We view mesh networks as a means of connecting to our neighbors, supporting local businesses, and enabling grassroots community collaboration. In the event of disaster or government censorship, an active mesh network is a resilient means of communication and sharing of information. | A mesh network doesn't depend on a centralized Internet Service Providers (ISP), but instead on each of the routers in the network. It shares a decentralized mode of communication with our local community. We view mesh networks as a means of connecting to our neighbors, supporting local businesses, and enabling grassroots community collaboration. In the event of disaster or government censorship, an active mesh network is a resilient means of communication and sharing of information. | ||
[[File:510NetworkDishes.jpg|200px|thumb|right|Dishes in Action]] | [[File:510NetworkDishes.jpg|200px|thumb|right|Dishes in Action]] | ||