Your assignment: Design a post-apocalyptic communication system

In summary, the conversation discusses the need for a post-apocalyptic communication system in a novel with underground cities housing the remaining population. The system would include internet and television, as well as potential communication with survivors in Europe and Asia via undersea cables. The distance between cities may make it impractical, and suggestions for alternative systems such as ham radio, satellite communication, and using the remaining US nuclear arsenal for morse code broadcasting are mentioned.
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I'm a programmer but weak on hardware so I'd appreciate your help. In a novel I'm writing there are about one hundred underground cities housing one million people in the US; the rest of our population is dead. Somewhat smaller percentage of survivors in Europe and Asia. We have several years warning and want to establish a communication system - internet and television - for the survivors, including - if possible - communication with Europe and Asia via undersea cables. The cities have plenty of energy available but there will be none between cities, so I wonder if the distances between nodes will make it impractical.

Can anyone help me with this? Thanks.
 
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Your assignment: Design a post-apocalyptic communication system
Sounds like the original design parameter for the internet... so what's wrong with that?
 
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This but with really long strings
 
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Ham Radio?
 
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Satellite comms?
 
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they should use the remaining us nuclear arsenal to broadcast morsecode seismically.

they can use old USGS equipment if they're a little further away or hard of hearing.
 

Related to Your assignment: Design a post-apocalyptic communication system

1. What is the purpose of a post-apocalyptic communication system?

The purpose of a post-apocalyptic communication system is to provide a means of communication between survivors in a world that has been devastated by a catastrophic event. It allows for the sharing of information, coordination of resources, and connection between individuals and communities.

2. What factors should be considered when designing a post-apocalyptic communication system?

When designing a post-apocalyptic communication system, factors such as the level of technology available, potential sources of power, range of communication, and potential threats to the system should be considered. Additionally, the system should be designed to be easily repairable and sustainable in a post-apocalyptic environment.

3. What types of communication methods could be used in a post-apocalyptic communication system?

Some possible communication methods for a post-apocalyptic system include radio waves, satellite communication, Morse code, smoke signals, and carrier pigeons. It is important to have a variety of methods in case one becomes unavailable or compromised.

4. How can a post-apocalyptic communication system be secured?

To secure a post-apocalyptic communication system, encryption and password protection should be used for sensitive information. Additionally, physical security measures such as hiding or camouflaging equipment and having backup systems in place can help prevent the system from being compromised by hostile parties.

5. How can a post-apocalyptic communication system be maintained and repaired?

A post-apocalyptic communication system should be designed with simplicity and durability in mind to make maintenance and repairs easier. Additionally, having a team of individuals with technical skills and knowledge of the system can help with regular maintenance and troubleshooting in case of malfunctions.

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