Meshtastic: A Tale of Two Cities
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- The author expresses a strong personal interest in Meshtastic, a DIY off-grid mesh network, despite not having a practical need for it.
- Initial experiments with Meshtastic in rural New Jersey yielded impressive results, including long-distance communications and unexpected node discoveries.
- Urban deployment challenges were encountered, such as poor signal strength and a noisy RF environment, highlighting the technology's limitations in densely populated areas.
- The author adopts a pragmatic approach to expand the network by encouraging local participation and planning strategic node placements in both urban and rural settings.
- The article concludes with advice for newcomers to Meshtastic, emphasizing the importance of persistence and community involvement in growing the network.