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 ====== Mesh Networking ====== ====== Mesh Networking ======
  
-**Mesh networking** is a decentralized wireless communication system in which each device //(or **"node"**)// acts as both receiver & repeater, automatically relaying data for other nodes. Instead of relying on a central router, access point, or cellular tower, messages “hop” from node to node until they reach their destination.+**Mesh networking** is a decentralized communication system in which each device //(or **"node"**)// acts as both receiver & repeater, automatically relaying data for other nodes. Instead of relying on a central router, access point, or cellular tower, messages “hop” from node to node until they reach their destination.
  
 The lack of central authority in mesh networks makes them extremely popular for those looking to bypass traditional ISP monopolies, [[hazards:stingray|cell towers]], and draconian censorship laws. The lack of central authority in mesh networks makes them extremely popular for those looking to bypass traditional ISP monopolies, [[hazards:stingray|cell towers]], and draconian censorship laws.
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 Unlike LoRaWAN, [[radio:meshtastic|Meshtastic]] is a true long-range mesh system built on LoRa hardware where every device is its own independent node. Meshtastic nodes automatically rebroadcast messages from nearby Meshtastic nodes, creating self-reliant off-grid text messaging & location-sharing networks that can transmit data up to a **whopping 37kbps!** It's not practical at all for transmitting media //(or anything with a large file size)// but it excels at plaintext, which is quite versatile if you know how to work it. Unlike LoRaWAN, [[radio:meshtastic|Meshtastic]] is a true long-range mesh system built on LoRa hardware where every device is its own independent node. Meshtastic nodes automatically rebroadcast messages from nearby Meshtastic nodes, creating self-reliant off-grid text messaging & location-sharing networks that can transmit data up to a **whopping 37kbps!** It's not practical at all for transmitting media //(or anything with a large file size)// but it excels at plaintext, which is quite versatile if you know how to work it.
  
-The Meshtastic firmware can be installed on any compatible [[tools:esp32|ESP32-based]] device. There are many prebuilt Meshtastic devices on Amazon, some of which have Bluetooth and smartphone connectivity. It is especially popular with hikers, preppers, and disaster-response groups. Range per hop is typically 5–20 km in good conditions.+The Meshtastic firmware can be installed on any compatible [[tools:esp32|ESP32-based]] device. There are many prebuilt Meshtastic devices on Amazon, some of which have Bluetooth and smartphone connectivity. It is especially popular with hikers, preppers, and disaster-response groups. Range per hop is typically 2-10 miles or 5–15 kilometers in good conditions, but records of 100-200 miles have been achieved.
  
 If you are new to mesh networking, Mestastic is one of the easier entry points. If you are looking to DIY your own Arduino-esque off-grid texting device with a 3D printed case, this is the network most hobbyists are doing that on. For more information on Meshtastic devices and how to use them, read our [[radio:meshtastic|Meshtastic guide]]. If you are new to mesh networking, Mestastic is one of the easier entry points. If you are looking to DIY your own Arduino-esque off-grid texting device with a 3D printed case, this is the network most hobbyists are doing that on. For more information on Meshtastic devices and how to use them, read our [[radio:meshtastic|Meshtastic guide]].
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