> From: Ben Kochie <ben at nerp.net>
> well.. here were my original goals, atleast the ones i remember.
> 
> #1: Provide a starting point for a metro wireless network.

Valid for starting a community network.

> 
> #2: Experiment with medium to long distance data networking in the metro.

Also valid.

> 
> #3: Provide a base for business and non-business wireless spectrum
> allocation and sharing.

Business? I thought this was going to be a <non-profit> cooperative effort.
> 
> #4: Promote the use of ham radio, and ham clubs.

Immaterial.