Off Grid - Communications
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ATAK – Civilian (opens in a new tab)
The Android Team Awareness Kit (ATAK), for civilian use, or Android Tactical Assault Kit (also ATAK) for military use - is a suite of software that provides geospatial information and allows user collaboration over geography.
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Meshtastic – LoRa 915mhz (opens in a new tab)
An open source, off-grid, decentralized mesh network built to run on affordable, low-power devices. No cell towers. No internet. Just pure peer-to-peer connectivity.
Training
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Preparing Texas (opens in a new tab)
Great free training on emergency preparedness for Texas residents.
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TEEX Cybersecurity (opens in a new tab)
No cost DHS/FEMA cybersecurity training that is offered online, virtually and in person. Connect with TEEX Cyber and they will come to your community.
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TXCC Approved Training Providers (opens in a new tab)
Texas Cyber Command has issued their updated (2027) approved cybersecurity training providers. It is a mix of paid and free opportunities, but note that some do not provide completion certificates which could affect compliance certifications.