Can UnetStack run offline?

Question

Is it possible to access UnetStack through the Python API without an internet connection, while still being able to perform other functionalities?

I would like to build an offline underwater acoustic communication system using the Unetstack framework.

Answer 1

Extending from comments:

If you’re working in an offline environment without access to network connections, you can still communicate with UnetStack using the Python API by simulating the network locally. One approach is to set up a local loopback interface and use a local IP address, such as 127.0.0.1, to connect to UnetStack.

Here’s an example:

from unetpy import UnetSocket

# Use localhost IP address for local communication
sock = UnetSocket('127.0.0.1', 1100)
gw = sock.getGateway()
# Proceed with your communication with UnetStack

This way, you can interact with UnetStack using the Python API without the need for an external network connection.