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While the success stories are promising, questions about scaling such networks naturally arise. Building a resilient mesh network depends heavily on community participation and strategic placement of infrastructure. Brian Hall emphasizes that local support and collaboration are key; when neighbors work together, the network can grow exponentially, offering faster speeds and wider coverage.
Supporting policies, like New York City’s Internet Master Plan, aim to facilitate this community-led growth. The city plans to permit more rooftop installations and streetlight attachments, expanding the reach of initiatives like NYC Mesh.