LibreMesh is a set of modules extending the OpenWrt router distribution to create self-configuring wireless and wired mesh networks.
Cost / License
- Free
- Proprietary
Platforms
- Linux
- OpenWrt
- LEDE - Linux Embedded Development Environment
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LibreMesh is a set of modules extending the OpenWrt router distribution to create self-configuring wireless and wired mesh networks.
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