Building Community Resilience through Mesh Networks

This chapter explores the Tucson Mesh project, a community-run internet initiative prioritizing equitable access and resilience over profit. It highlights the collaborative efforts of local members in maintaining infrastructure and fostering personal connections, while also examining the mesh network's advantages in ensuring user privacy and supporting communication during crises. The discussion underscores the potential of such projects to serve as models for alternative social structures that empower communities against corporate control.