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Contents 1 High Level Overview 1.1 Examples of Compatible Networks 1.2 Examples of Incompatible Networks 1.3 Examples of when users may want to override default settings 1.4 FAQ

[edit] High Level Overview

• Since crash at mine is distributed, each individual "network" may only have a limited number of members.
• If a user searches for a person in a city, and nobody exists, the system may choose to search for other members on another "compatible" network.
• The networks would choose what other networks are compatible with each other (default settings) and users of those networks can also opt-out of if they want to be shared.

[edit] Examples of Compatible Networks

• Scouts and Rock Climbers
• Formula1 enthusiasts and car enthusiasts

[edit] Examples of Incompatible Networks

• Christians and Atheists

[edit] Examples of when users may want to override default settings

• Some users may not want to show up in search results for Christians networks by choice.
• Former members of "XYZ Kung Fu network" may find the grass is greener on "ZYX Kung Fu network" and don't want to associate with their old friends in search results.

[edit] FAQ

Q: Is Sharing considered mutually exclusive?
A: No, I am sure there are examples when it won't be (please add if you know of one).