[TheList] Internet linked PRS in CHCH?

Fri Apr 27 17:33:42 AEST 2012

That's an interesting article...

But I don't think it requires development of independent mesh technologies.

Mobile Internet is becoming almost ubiquitous now and if you've got a 
current technology smart phone you're in business right now.

I've played a bit with iPTT on the iPhone and it's a pretty good PTT 
implementation although it's mostly non-english folks and rednecks from 
what I've heard. :-)

The way I see it, If you're interested in radio you're probably 1/2 way 
to passing a hams ticket as it's not exactly the most challenging exam 
known to man.

Then you can talk up a storm with relatively light regulations and there 
is no type approval or 'compliance' costs once you've got your ticket as 
such in this country at least.

Sure you need to stick to the ham bands, use a call sign and play by 
some rules but there's no difference between that and getting your 
Drivers license as I see it.

Just my 2c worth, rose coloured glasses and all that.

Cheers, Me.

On 27/04/12 17:51, Scanhead wrote:
> Not a having a crack at anyone... But do you think its because rules, 
> regulations and compliance cost now stifle innovation and uptake? The 
> internet and its voice communications technology are reasonably open 
> and free of compliance and enjoy massive use in comparison.
>
> If you want to mix internet with PTT and "free park" radio bands (and 
> not have RSM come for you) I think this is where its headed:
>
> http://www.cnds.jhu.edu/pub/papers/smesh_ptt_secon10.pdf
>
> Scanhead.