GetStarted

Getting started with 44Net

Welcome. This page helps you bring 44Net to your device or network and choose how you want to participate.

Start by creating an account, then select the participation model that matches your environment.

Step 1: Create your Portal account

An account is required before requesting address space, managing DNS, or participating fully.

• Create a Portal account and verify your callsign

Once your account is ready, you can decide how you want to participate.

Step 2: Choose an operating model

44Net can be operated in several different ways.

If you want an overview of connection methods first, see Ways to Connect.

Get Connected Quickly: 44Net Connect

Put 44Net on a single device or small network from almost any connection, including home networks, cloud hosts, or mobile devices.

• Start here: 44Net Connect Quick Start

Ideal when you want a flexible endpoint you control without operating shared infrastructure.

Participate via the IPIP Mesh

Join the long‑standing shared 44Net community network built from interconnected tunnel endpoints and regional collaboration.

• Start here: IPIP Mesh Quick Start

Well suited for persistent stations participating in community routing environments.

Operate Routed Infrastructure: BGP Announce

Integrate 44Net directly into an independently operated routed network using BGP.

• Start here: BGP Direct Announce Quick Start

Appropriate when you already manage routing infrastructure and participate in Internet routing, or if you have access to an upstream provider that can announce on your behalf.

Learn, Explore, or Contribute

You do not need infrastructure to participate.

• Browse documentation and projects
• Join discussions
• Help test, document, or support community efforts

Start with:

• Explore the Wiki
• ARDC 44Net discussion group

Step 3: Head out

After choosing a path, common next steps include:

• Request address space: Requesting Address Space
• Claim DNS under <callsign>.ampr.org: Claiming DNS
• Continue with portal documentation: Portal Introduction
• Find specific topics: Search the Wiki