Could 'mesh networks' help overcome authoritarians' internet blocks?
The News
The article notes that authoritarian governments frequently monitor or can cut off internet access during crises. It suggests that activists possess alternative communication methods, such as mesh networks, to bypass these controls. The piece serves as an introduction to the concept of resilient communication technologies in repressive environments.
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Authoritarian states monitor or shut down online communications during crises.
There are alternative methods for activists to communicate in authoritarian countries.
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Key findings
In authoritarian countries, the state often monitors online communications.
Deutsche Welle- Authoritarian states monitor or shut down online communications during crises.
- Activists seek alternative methods to stay connected.
Plain English
Loaded language removedIn authoritarian countries, the state is often either monitoring online communications or has the ability to shut them down in a political crisis. But there are other ways that activists can keep in touch.
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In authoritarian countries, the state often monitors online communications.
Deutsche WelleThe state in authoritarian countries has the ability to shut down online communications during a political crisis.
Deutsche WelleThere are alternative methods for activists to communicate in authoritarian countries.
Deutsche Welle