Decentralized communication
Decentralized communication means that conversations and data transfer work without a central intermediary. Participants exchange directly instead of routing everything through a single service.
What does this mean?
Those who communicate in a decentralized way are not dependent on a single provider. If one part fails, exchange remains possible. Participants keep control over their conversations.
What is already possible today?
Community networks and direct connections between devices are technically proven today. Everyday use requires simple tools that work without specialist knowledge.
What is still open?
How decentralized communication can be operated reliably over the long term is currently being tested. Which tools prevail depends on the needs of the communities.