Roles and Participation in 44Net
44Net is not operated entirely by a single organization alone. It exists through a combination of governance, stewardship, technical advice, and community participation. This page provides an overview of the primary roles that support and sustain the network.
Governance
- ARDC Board of Directors
- Provides organizational governance and fiduciary oversight.
Stewardship and operations
- ARDC Staff
- Responsible for day-to-day operation of the 44Net program and infrastructure coordination.
Technical advisory
- Technical Advisory Committee (TAC)
- Provides technical guidance and recommendations.
Regional coordination
- Regional Coordinators
- Support local participants, allocations, and community development.
Community participation
44Net participants contribute in many ways, including:
- Operating subnets and experimental networks
- Building IPIP mesh links or routing infrastructure
- Running services and applications on 44Net
- Contributing documentation, tools, and technical expertise
- Supporting local and regional amateur radio networking efforts
Participation in 44Net is voluntary and decentralized. Individuals and groups engage in many different modes, from personal experimentation to operating shared infrastructure.