Mesh network infrastructures have really taken off in recent years.  The FCC has allocated amateur radio use on portions of the radio spectrum commonly used for mesh networks.  The mesh network can play a very important role in amateur communications. So what is a mesh network and what are it's applications in the ham radio world?   Join us as we talk about how YOU can get involved in supporting and using mesh networks in this episode of the All Portable Discussion Zone “AP/DZ”. Every aspect of Portable Ops is explored in this biweekly live stream as we discuss news, gear, achievements, the workbench, contests, awards and more - find all Portable Ops related topics here.   Special Co-Host Frank from Tank Radio: https://www.youtube.com/c/TankRadio  Twitter: Charlie NJ7V @NJ7V_ Frank KG5AHJ @KG5AHJ   Help support this channel - buy us a Coke: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/RedSummitRF Donate https://www.patreon.com/redsummitrfObtain a sticker https://redsummitrf.blogspot.com Red Summit RF Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/redsummitrf  #APDZ #POTA #PortableOps #HamRadio