Introduction It might sound like something straight out of a sci-fi novel, but the recent announcement from Google about their "Find My Android" feature is stirring up more than just idle chatter. For most, this news might seem inconsequential - a mere replication of Apple's longstanding feature. However, the reality is far more significant. This update marks a pivotal moment in what I dub "Skynet" - not just a reference to the Terminator movies, but a real-world burgeoning network of interconnected devices that could fundamentally alter our interaction with technology and personal privacy. The Skynet Infrastructure At its core, the concept of Skynet in our modern context refers to a mesh network. This isn't just any network; it's an independent, robust infrastructure capable of operating without the central internet. Devices within this network can communicate - send and receive commands - autonomously. While its...
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