Yes agree with all that and thanks, understand the point about the laws of physics.

But I still wonder about the situation I described where Internet in one area is down, but still functioning most everywhere else…

In that scenario, perhaps the ability to send a transaction via radio, despite the risk, would be worth it. I understand there are many nuances here, just wondering if it is even possible.

I know Blockstream has their satellite and wonder if that could be utilized in this type of situation

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It local governments take the internet offline, like we have seen in many countries over the past few years using satellite internet connectivity is the best option IMO. IP over radio provides a way for two parties to transmit encrypted data back and forth for some level of privacy, but puts the risk of either transmitting party being triangulated.

Satellites unfortunately are owned by big tech who can censor and shut down connections whenever they want, but while they are working they likely are less prone to local detection if signals are funneled only up. Some reflections might happen in the ionosphere, but tracking that back to a ground location is much harder than a normal radio would be.

I think people should start with getting a basic radio and learning how to talk to people in their inner group of trust; the people you would want to communicate with in the event of a war/disaster/tyranny out of that you can build up your understanding and capabilities.

Thanks so much, makes sense. Been on my bucket list for too long to get a radio and learn how to use it, need to prioritize it.. waiting until it’s needed is useless!

I’d suggest you start with an inexpensive Chinese made UHF radio such as a Baofang, they cover a wide spectrum of frequencies, you can listen to NOAA, and I believe even cover marine bands. Be aware some frequencies require a license to transmit on, but here in America we can transmit on those frequencies without a license if it’s an emergency. Local laws will vary though, so connect with a local HAM operator and pick their brain.

Cheers

Great advice thanks Avid!