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Why Your Meshtastic Node Sees More Satellites (GNSS Explained)

This article explains Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), clarifying that GPS is just one part of a larger network. It details how multiple GNSS constellations like GLONASS, Galileo, and BeiDou improve location accuracy and time synchronization for devices like Meshtastic nodes. The article also discusses the geopolitical reasons behind countries developing their own systems and the trade-offs between using more satellites and power consumption.