[stainlessbanner]

Network connectivity is not ubiquitous, constant, or sustained. There are varying mediums, paths, and connection technologies between a distributed node and the central service.

The idea has been around for a looooong time, but w/out reliable network connectivity, it falls short. However, doesn't Google own dark fiber? Might get interesting

[Tarpon]

Yes, google bought a bunch of dark fiber back when you couldn't give it away.

There is this ‘white space’ issue still out there — google is a driver behind this as well. Now that the digital switch is final I would expect something to be forthcoming here. Could be interesting.

The part about the loooong time and reliable couldn't agree more. Reliable connectivity is the real issue not the OS. If that problem gets solved, software companies like MS are then extinct.