FAQ: frequently asked questions, suggestions

1. viewshed programs: caltopo, others
2. long-fast: why, who is not using it, why
3. mqtt: why, why not, history
4. hardware:lorawan vs. meshtastic
5. antennas: 915 vs. 906 (meshtastic)
6. meshsense
7. bluetooth access vs. microwave
8. esp32 wifi access
9. IP lockout: esp32, eth0
10. config: android vs. apple
11. IP access: wifi, LAN, others
12. command line: simple python
13. node maps: meshsense, others
14. why am I not showing up on the map?
15. custom channels
16. public channel: uplink downlink
17. using test servers: send messages
18. other mapping servers: NZ 
19. public MQTT vs. private MQTT
20. root topics: MQTT, scope limiting
21. remote admin: setup on all platforms
22. keeping notes
23. Hawaii specific issues, solutions
24. hardware: getting started
25. mqtt internet access
26. store and forward
27. repeater, router, router late
28. client, client mute
29. location settings, meshsense limits (privacy)
30. mqtt local: hardened, no link to mainland, starlink?
31. repeat level: 3, 5 or 7
32. advanced: pi, station G2, pi zero, waveshare issue
33. SNR and RSSI, testing
34. range test
35. buying stuff
36. batteries: specs, where to get, how to use
37. solar panels: where to get, what to use
38. emcomm dashboard units
39. 39. integration with WRH, vibrant, others
40. what NOT to do or buy
41. antenna testing: nanoVNA
42. antenna gain, dipole vs whip
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