Re: Big Temporary Networks

So I just want to point out that this is an utterly irrelevant topic. Worldcon is full to the brim with really smart people who can build good networks, but in every place large enough to host a Worldcon the owners of the building make money selling Internet access and don't want competition. The very best we've been able to do was create an Internet Lounge with good connectivity, and even that isn't acceptable at most locations.

when you borrow $5,000 from the bank, they own you. when you borrow $5,000,000, you own them. large conferences throw more weight and usually can do their own network. ymmv, of course. randy