Wireless Node Conventions

Introduction Many loosely knit organizations and community wireless networks have begun construction of wireless nodes. These nodes are usually located in residences and businesses and consist of a simple internet connection. Some of these wireless nodes have small groups of servers that can be used to transfer files, provide communications, etc. However, there is no standardization or "custom" to these ways. IP address schemes are also random in nature. In order to solve this problem, I will propose a few ideas that maybe helpful in creating a positive and organized "trend". I am in no way of telling you how you should run your network and services, but simply providing a guideline so that services can be global and easy to find. Wireless nodes also have quite a few social implications that may prove to be interesting. Many common wireless nodes consisting of a small SOHO Access Point or perhaps a wireless card in Peer-to-Peer mode that have limited range. If your node becomes popular, people may "collect" or "gather" around your location. Cars may suspiciously park for hours by your home with a dim glow coming from inside. But no, this is not the FBI watching you, these are "mobiles" enjoying your rich file server content and bandwidth. Perhaps even stopping to play a couple of rounds of UT while on the way home from work. Traffic can be nasty at times. Is it rude to not make your presence known or sign a guest book? How would one even do this? Can you approach someone on the street without any awkward moments?