I get the impression that shortwave is a relic of the pre-internet age. But I wonder what’s the least implausible scenario that would make the medium attractive again.
What do you even need to do shortwave broadcast? What sort of license?
Do you see any scenario in which shortwave broadcasting makes a comeback?
Submitted 5 months ago by early_riser@lemmy.radio to amateur_radio@lemmy.radio
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JackbyDev@programming.dev 5 months ago
shortwavesurfer@lemmy.zip 5 months ago
As one of the comments mentioned, I think it has a lot to do with how much you need one to many voice communication.
With today’s world, data communication seems more necessary, and something like meshtastic, while currently quite limited in scope, might be something worth looking into.
AlchemicalAgent@mander.xyz 5 months ago
Add to that the capability of Meshtastic to do basic encryption and a device entry fee of <$15. Limited scope doesnt matter as much if it’s widespread enough.
Poof@hexbear.net 5 months ago
As far as I know radio transmissions cannot be tied to a single device like cell signals are. They can be listened in on easier. It’s also harder to shutdown those networks since it depends on individual devices and not a corporate controlled network. So it’s a niche use.
SacredHeartAttack@lemmy.world 5 months ago
I would think the proliferation of censorship at a digital level could push some people to it. Honestly, I’m brand new to the shortwave world and this is part of the reason I’m here.