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Atlanta warchalking
Shelly writes:
" I was trying to figure out how I could use my wireless capabilities to stay connected in London, when I read about the Kynance node and consume.net. (That site could be a great resource, but I find the map obtuse.) Setting up a wireless connection is getting a powerful whiff of things to come. Clearly, wireless usage will be a given before too long, but it really is anyone's guess as to how that usage will evolve. The field is wide open, and you've introduced a fresh angle of approach. One that empowers the little, lone guy before the guys who rake in the cash can take control of the process. Right on. Are there other warchalkings around London yet? Have you seen any? Made any? Used any?
I have attached a picture (with Olive the patron dog of this node.) The chalking faces a bus stop. A bus was idling there when I made it - the window seats watching me all the while. So, I know a decent number of people see the symbol. The wall is the perfect height to afford a seat under the big, shady tree on the corner. Now, what I need is takers.
The symbol for an open node definitely resonates. It makes me think of a cup. "
Edited the mail - but thanks for the encouragement, Shelly.
Posted by matt at July 22, 2002 11:35 PM
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What a sweet spot!
Posted by larkin at July 24, 2002 05:08 AM
What part of town is this in, as I, too live in Atl...I will post a few of my findings later this evening or tomorrow (I have to get some pictures)
Thnkx and keep up the findings!
Posted by Arcane Kidd at July 29, 2002 08:50 PM
Why not get involved with the Atlanta FreeNet - you can add this node, and find others on the online maps... http://www.atlantafreenet.org
Posted by Matt Smith at July 31, 2002 07:04 PM
Love the dialog about warchalking. Our company manufactures appliances to secure and manage WiFi WLANs. We think free access is great as long as the wireless provider is cool with it.. our system
ensures appropriate levels of access relative to a person's (wireless communicator)relationship to the WLAN's provider. Organizations using our Wireless Gateways offer secure wireles access to their guests and visitors-- some for pay, some for free. Some have even put up a version of our logo as a warchalking symbol for wireless access points that have been "Bluesocketed"
Would love to hear more about warchalking in Boston, Atlanta, SF, London, NYC and elsewhere!
Lots of users in Georgia-- from hotels to universities.
--Patrick Rafter/Bluesocket (Boston-area)
Posted by Patrick Rafter at July 31, 2002 08:25 PM
please reply to me and tell me how u do this stuff .Imean its cool!!!
Posted by lloyd at September 21, 2002 07:35 AM
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