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Re:Show HN: WebRTC signalling data using QR codes by garlicfish on Friday October 12, 2018 @05:03PM (#18204705)
Yes, that is (mostly) true.

The App uses ipv6 link local addresses (fe80::.. + mac address). But it also tries to make use the received IPv6 network prefixes. Also, the last contact address is stored. These approaches improves the probability a bit to find the contacts in other networks.

As a side note, many mesh networks are emulating a layer 2 network. With this, everybody can build up their own decentralized telephone network.

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Re:Show HN: WebRTC signalling data using QR codes by AquiGorka on Saturday October 13, 2018 @05:10AM (#18207142)
> everybody can build up their own decentralized telephone network

Nice. I'm very interested in being able to connect devices in areas where there is no Internet and using a mobile router, like in the mountains or in a bus trip through deserted areas.

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