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This is a *work in progress* for how Briar can be used during internet shutdowns.
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**The Briar project is interested in receiving (anonymous) feedback about the use of Briar during internet shutdowns.**
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**The Briar project is interested in receiving feedback (anonymous or not) about the use of Briar during internet shutdowns.**
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* What worked well, what didn't?
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* How useful was Briar?
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## Random thoughts
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* ideally form groups and practice before the shutdown happens
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* form pairs and use the "Connect via Bluetooth" feature to test pair-wise Bluetooth connectivity (might need distance to other pairs for interference)
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* create private groups or forums and ensure that all members share/reveal the forum/group with each other to allow messages flowing along all edges of the social graph (mesh like)
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* if people were unable to participate in the practice or to form new groups during shutdown, the "share app offline" feature can be used to send/install Briar to/on other devices
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* 🚴 couriers can be used to transport information between groups
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* send feedback through the app when it crashes or after strange things happened. The feedback will be sent encrypted and anonymously over Tor when Briar has internet connectivity again.
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* Ideally form groups and practice before the shutdown happens
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* Form pairs and use the "Connect via Bluetooth" feature to test pair-wise Bluetooth connectivity (might need distance from other pairs to avoid interference)
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* Create private groups or forums and ensure that all members share/reveal the forum/group with each other to allow messages flowing along all edges of the social graph (mesh like)
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* If some people didn't install Briar before the shutdown, the "share app offline" feature can be used to install Briar on their devices
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* 🚴 couriers can be used to transport information between groups on USB sticks and SD cards
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* Send feedback through the app when it crashes or after strange things happen. The feedback will be sent (encrypted and anonymously over Tor) when Briar has internet connectivity again
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## Risks when using Briar at protests
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Jamming of Bluetooth and Wi-Fi is likewise possible, but we've never heard reports of it happening. Apps like Briar would probably have to get a lot more popular before governments started buying equipment to jam them. However, we know that Roskomnadzor [was looking for contractors to develop anti-mesh network tools](https://zakupki.gov.ru/223/purchase/public/purchase/info/documents.html?lotId=12243338&purchaseId=9230637&purchaseMethodType=IS).
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As with any tool used by protestors, infiltrators can pass received messages and identities to their handlers, and can use the tool to spread misinformation or disrupt conversations by spamming or trolling. These vulnerabilities here are not specific to Briar though.
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As with any tool used by protestors, infiltrators can pass received messages and identities to their handlers, and can use the tool to spread misinformation or disrupt conversations by spamming or trolling. These vulnerabilities are not specific to Briar though.
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## Range boosting with Wi-Fi hotspots
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* backpacks with battery powered Wi-Fi hotspots and decent antennae can help to get better range
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* use wifi passwords and share them with all members of the group
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* have everyone use and test the Wi-Fi with Briar when there's still internet (so Briar can learn the LAN addresses of everyone needed to make connections through the Wi-Fi hotspot). |
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* A backpack with a battery powered Wi-Fi hotspot and a decent antenna can help to get better range
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* Use a Wi-Fi password for the hotspot and share it with all members of the group
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* Have everyone use and test the Wi-Fi with Briar when there's still internet (so Briar can learn the LAN addresses of the devices it will need to connect to through the Wi-Fi hotspot) |
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