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'''''Sudo Mesh is an all-volunteer organization building the People's Open Network, a resilient community-owned and -operated non-profit Internet infrastructure in Oakland.''''' | '''''Sudo Mesh is an all-volunteer organization building the People's Open Network, a resilient community-owned and -operated non-profit Internet infrastructure in Oakland.''''' | ||
A mesh network is | A [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mesh_networking mesh network] is a free alternative internet. The network is owned and operated by the users. When router has software that allows it to mesh with other routers, the user can join the network for free, enable others to be on the network, and support [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Net_neutrality net neutrality]. A mesh network is resilient to disasters because the routers are distributed throughout the community. | ||
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 beyond. | |||
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. | |||
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