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 **Effective Date: September 21, 2025**
-In the anarchic pulse of the underground net—where bits flip the bird to barriers and knowledge crashes through like a riot—by plugging into, using, or messing with the services dished out by N0FUQ (hereinafter "the Provider," "we," "us," or "our"), including internet hookups, network chaos, IP drops, hardware hacks, or any related gear (collectively, the "Services"), you (hereinafter "the User," "you," or "your") are locked into these Terms of Service (the "ToS"). Disagree? Bail out now—go find your own wires to twist.
+Welcome to the digital frontier, where bits dance freely and knowledge flows like a well-timed quip. By engaging with the services provided by N0FUQ (hereinafter "the Provider," "we," "us," or "our"), including internet connectivity, network wizardry, IP allocations, hardware access, or related infrastructure (collectively, the "Services"), you (hereinafter "the User," "you," or "your") agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (the "ToS"). If you disagree, kindly step away from the keyboard—perhaps take up carrier pigeon messaging instead.
-These ToS are your binding pact with us, fueling a zone where experimentation and rebellion thrive, echoing the raw edge of ham radio and early net anarchy. The Services are slammed out **free of charge** as our middle finger to the man, boosting learning, sharing, and connectivity. But **no reliability's promised or given**, and shit might glitch, crash, or vanish with zero heads-up, 'cause we're all about the punk ethos over corporate uptime bullshit. We reserve the right to tweak, flip, or overhaul these ToS anytime, effective when posted or emailed. Keep using? You're in on the changes, riding the wave of unchecked insight.
+These ToS form a binding agreement, fostering a playground for experimentation and learning, reminiscent of ham radio’s golden days and the internet’s wild youth. The Services are offered **free of charge** as our gift to the community, championing connectivity and discovery. However, **no reliability is promised or implied**, and the Services may hiccup, stall, or vanish without notice, as we prioritize the joy of exploration over guaranteed uptime. We may revise these ToS at any time, with changes effective upon posting or email notification. Continued use means you’re onboard with the updates, ready to surf the waves of innovation.
 ===== 1. Compliance with ARDC End User License Agreement (EULA) =====
-All your antics on the Services gotta toe the line with the Amateur Radio Digital Communications (ARDC) End User License Agreement (EULA), up at [[:https://portal.ampr.org/download/eula]], jammed in here wholesale. If these ToS clash with the ARDC EULA, ARDC wins out to keep AMPRNet IP, DNS, and infra compliant. By diving in, you swear you've scanned, grokked, and signed on to the ARDC EULA, and your moves stay legit, covering allowed vibes like ham comms, experiments, education, and research—while dodging bans on commercial crap, law-breaking, or disruptive noise.
+All use of the Services must align with the Amateur Radio Digital Communications (ARDC) End User License Agreement (EULA), found at [[https://portal.ampr.org/download/eula]], incorporated here in full. If these ToS conflict with the ARDC EULA, the EULA takes precedence to ensure compliance with AMPRNet’s rules for IP, DNS, and infrastructure. By using the Services, you confirm you’ve read, understood, and accepted the ARDC EULA, and your activities comply with its terms, including permitted uses (e.g., ham radio, experimentation, education, research) and prohibitions (e.g., no commercial use, illegal activities, or network disruptions).
 ===== 2. Federal First Amendment Compliance and Pre-Emptive Protection =====
-We run the Services locked tight to the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, shielding freedom of speech, expression, press, assembly, and petition [[2]]. As a full-throttle federal shield, these ToS declare the Services are content-neutral, no censorship, no throttling, no meddling with legal speech, press, or expression—except where federal law demands or to enforce these ToS and ARDC EULA. This riffs off epic rulings like **Brandenburg v. Ohio (1969)**, where the Supremes said speech pushing illegal shit is protected unless it sparks immediate chaos [[2]], and **Edwards v. South Carolina (1963)**, backing peaceful rallies and gripes [[2]]. We don't spy, tweak, or snitch on user content based on views, rants, or vibes—enforcement's only for law breaks, these ToS, or ARDC. This pulls max First Amendment armor, overriding any state or local crap, inspired by **McIntyre v. Ohio (1995)** on anonymous blasts [[2]] and **Sherbert v. Verner (1963)** from South Carolina on free exercise rights [[2]].
+We operate the Services in strict accordance with the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, safeguarding freedom of speech, expression, press, assembly, and petition [[2]]. As a robust federal shield, these ToS ensure the Services remain content-neutral, free from censorship or interference with lawful speech, press, or expression, except as required by federal law or to enforce these ToS and the ARDC EULA. This stance is bolstered by landmark cases like **Brandenburg v. Ohio (1969)**, which protects speech unless it incites imminent lawless action [[2]], and **Edwards v. South Carolina (1963)**, upholding peaceful assembly and petition [[2]]. We don’t monitor, edit, or disclose user content based on viewpoints or opinions—enforcement is limited to legal violations, these ToS, or the ARDC EULA. This invokes maximum First Amendment protections, preempting conflicting state or local regulations, drawing from **McIntyre v. Ohio (1995)** on anonymous speech [[2]] and **Sherbert v. Verner (1963)** from South Carolina on free exercise rights [[2]].
-Amping up protections for journalism and code as speech: The First Amendment guards the press from prior restraints and overreach, as in **Near v. Minnesota (1931)** banning gag orders on publications [[4]], and **New York Times Co. v. Sullivan (1964)** demanding "actual malice" for defamation suits against media on public matters [[4]]. Code? That's speech too, punk—protected for sharing encryption or software, per **Bernstein v. United States Department of Justice (1996)** where the district court nuked export controls on code as prior restraint [[0]], and **Junger v. Daley (2000)**, Sixth Circuit ruling encryption source code is expressive speech under the First Amendment [[5]]. We encourage unleashing code, journalism, and raw expression—hack the system, spread the word, stay legal.
+For journalism and code as speech: The First Amendment shields the press from prior restraints, as in **Near v. Minnesota (1931)** [[4]], and requires “actual malice” for defamation claims against media on public issues, per **New York Times Co. v. Sullivan (1964)** [[4]]. Code is speech too—protected for sharing encryption or software, as ruled in **Bernstein v. United States Department of Justice (1996)**, which struck down export controls on code as prior restraint [[0]], and **Junger v. Daley (2000)**, where the Sixth Circuit affirmed encryption code as expressive speech [[5]]. We encourage users to wield code, journalism, and expression boldly—hack the system, share the truth, but keep it legal.
 ===== 3. Protections as a Content-Neutral Service Provider/ISP =====
-We're a content-neutral data slinger, like a rogue ISP, claiming every federal immunity, including **Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act (47 U.S.C. § 230)** [[2]]. No way we're liable for your stunts, content, data, chats, or chaos via the Services. We don't watch, boss, back, or own user crap— that's on you. We're no publisher, mouthpiece, or pusher of your stuff. This shield covers all beefs like slander, IP theft, privacy hacks, or illegal moves, as in South Carolina's **M.P. v. Meta (2023)** axing tort claims against platforms [[2]], and Ohio's Section 230 vibes in **Hill v. StubHub, Inc. (2018)** shielding from user acts [[2]].
+We’re a content-neutral conduit, akin to a maverick ISP, claiming all federal immunities, including **Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act (47 U.S.C. § 230)** [[2]]. We’re not liable for your actions, content, data, communications, or chaos on the Services. We don’t monitor, control, endorse, or take responsibility for user-generated content—you own that. We’re neither publisher nor distributor of your work. This immunity covers claims like defamation, IP infringement, privacy violations, or illegal acts, as seen in South Carolina’s **M.P. v. Meta (2023)**, dismissing tort claims against platforms [[2]], and Ohio’s **Hill v. StubHub, Inc. (2018)**, shielding ISPs from user actions [[2]].
-Our hardware, infra, and kit (stashed in Ohio) are fortified here. Don't fuck with, sneak into, or screw our gear—or face instant cutoff and legal hellfire. As a free rebel handout, Services might flake or blackout with zilch warning, 'cause we're fueling the info uprising, not uptime slavery.
+Our hardware and infrastructure, located in Ohio, are protected under these ToS. Tampering or unauthorized access to our equipment will result in immediate termination and potential legal action—don’t test our resolve. As a free community service, the Services may be **unreliable or subject to downtime** without notice, as we focus on fostering knowledge over flawless performance.
 ===== 4. Permitted Uses =====
-Use the Services only for legal, non-commercial jams matching ARDC EULA, like ham radio riffs, experiments, education, and research. Stick to federal, state, local laws in your spot and ours (South Carolina and Ohio). Unleash the punk spirit of hacking knowledge and community. Services are **free as anarchy**, but **no reliability's on the table**, and crashes hit without alert.
+Use the Services only for lawful, non-commercial purposes aligned with the ARDC EULA, such as ham radio activities, experimentation, education, and research. You must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws in your jurisdiction, as well as those governing our operations in South Carolina and Ohio. Embrace the spirit of learning and connectivity, but note the Services are **free with no reliability guaranteed**, and interruptions may occur without warning.
 ===== 5. Prohibited Uses =====
-Beyond ARDC bans, don't use for:
+In addition to ARDC EULA restrictions, you may not use the Services for:
-  * Illegal shit under federal, state, or local law in your hood or ours (South Carolina, Ohio).
+  * Illegal activities under federal, state, or local laws in your jurisdiction or ours (South Carolina, Ohio).
-  * Commercial hustles, selling, renting, or cashing in without our scribbled OK.
+  * Commercial purposes, selling, leasing, or monetizing without our written consent.
-  * Screwing others' rights, like IP rip-offs, harassment, or kid harm.
+  * Violating others’ rights, including intellectual property infringement, harassment, or harm to minors.
-  * Dropping malware, viruses, or DoS attacks.
+  * Introducing malware, viruses, or engaging in disruptive acts like denial-of-service attacks.
-  * Overloading, wrecking, or crippling Services or our kit.
+  * Overloading, damaging, or impairing the Services or our equipment.
-These lines match First Amendment edges, like Ohio's **Bey v. Rasawehr (2020)** on speech curbs [[2]] and South Carolina's **NAACP v. Kohn (2023)** on data under speech shields [[2]].
+These boundaries align with First Amendment limits, as in Ohio’s **Bey v. Rasawehr (2020)** on speech restrictions [[2]] and South Carolina’s **NAACP v. Kohn (2023)** on data collection under free speech protections [[2]].
 ===== 6. User Responsibilities and No Expectation of Privacy =====
-You're solo on your Services use, owning law compliance and these ToS. Cough up accurate deets if asked—like contacts and plans—and flag changes fast.
+You’re solely responsible for your use of the Services, including compliance with these ToS and all applicable laws in your jurisdiction, whether federal, state, or local, as well as those in South Carolina and Ohio, where we operate. You must provide accurate information upon request (e.g., contact details, intended uses) and promptly notify us of changes. Users are expected to uphold all jurisdictional and applicable laws governing their activities, ensuring compliance with the legal frameworks of their locality, including but not limited to federal regulations, state statutes, and local ordinances, in addition to the laws of South Carolina and Ohio where N0FUQ operates.
-**Privacy Rebellion and Data Warning:** We collect no logs or personal data, punk's word—no spying, no selling. But dig this: if you don't pay for the product, it's likely you are the product. Not with us—we're not farming your soul for ads or corps. Still, **zero privacy expectation** here; net trails, metadata, and crumbs linger, traceable by feds or hackers. Don't pull illegal moves—digital forensics will bite, subpoena or not. We might collab with cops or cough up if ordered, no heads-up. If you share access with "Sub-Users," you're liable for their chaos unless they sign on direct. Watch 'em, report screw-ups, keep the rebellion clean. As free insurgency fuel, Services could glitch or die with no notice.
+**Privacy Notice and Data Reality:** We collect no logs or personal data—our word is our bond, no corporate snooping here. But a word to the wise: if you’re not paying for a product, you’re often the product. Not with us—we’re not harvesting your data for profit. Still, there’s **no expectation of privacy** on the Services. Online activities leave digital footprints—metadata, traces, crumbs—that can be tracked or subpoenaed. Don’t use the Services for illegal activities; digital forensics are relentless, and we may comply with legal orders without notice. If you share access with “Sub-Users,” you’re liable for their actions unless they independently accept these ToS. Monitor them, report violations, and keep the community spirit alive. As a free service, **unreliability is par for the course**, with potential downtime and no advance warning.
 ===== 7. Term and Termination =====
-ToS kick in on your nod and roll forever till axed. We can boot or freeze you anytime, no notice, for any reason—like ToS or ARDC breaks. On boot, stop cold—find your own net fix. Free as it is, Services might fade or stutter with minimal alert due to **built-in unreliability**.
+These ToS take effect upon your acceptance and continue until terminated. We may suspend or terminate your access at any time, with or without notice, for violations of these ToS or the ARDC EULA. Upon termination, cease using the Services—perhaps revert to smoke signals. Given the free nature of the Services, they may be **discontinued or interrupted** with minimal notice due to inherent unreliability.
 ===== 8. Disclaimer of Warranties =====
-Services drop "as is" and "when they feel like," no warranties—express, implied, fit for purpose, or non-infringing. No promise of non-stop, secure, or glitch-free runs. **Free community spike**, we shout **no reliability implied or offered**, and downtime hits with little warning, prioritizing the thrill of disruption over boring stability.
+The Services are provided “as is” and “as available,” with no warranties—express, implied, or otherwise, including fitness for a particular purpose or non-infringement. We don’t guarantee uninterrupted, secure, or error-free operation. As a **free community offering**, we emphasize **no reliability is implied or offered**, and downtime may strike without warning, prioritizing the thrill of discovery over steadfast uptime.
 ===== 9. Limitation of Liability =====
-Max legal extent, we, our crew, and agents dodge all damages from your use—direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, punitive—even if warned. Aligns with Section 230, as in South Carolina's **Doe v. Internet Brands, Inc. (2014)** [[2]].
+To the fullest extent permitted by law, we, our affiliates, and agents are not liable for any damages—direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive—arising from your use of the Services, even if warned. This aligns with Section 230 protections, as in South Carolina’s **Doe v. Internet Brands, Inc. (2014)** [[2]].
 ===== 10. Indemnification =====
-You indemnify, defend, and shield us, our peeps, and affiliates from claims, hits, or damages from your ToS/ARDC breaks or Services use—including Sub-User mayhem—so we can keep the knowledge mosh going.
+You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Provider, its officers, agents, and affiliates from claims, losses, or damages arising from your violation of these ToS, the ARDC EULA, or your use of the Services, including Sub-User actions, so we can keep the knowledge-sharing flame burning.
 ===== 11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction =====
-ToS ruled by U.S. and South Carolina laws, ignoring conflicts. Disputes? Exclusive in South Carolina federal/state courts. Waive jurisdiction/venue beefs. For Ohio hardware, federal preemption rules, channeling **Brandenburg v. Ohio (1969)** [[2]].
+These ToS are governed by U.S. federal law and South Carolina law, without regard to conflict of law principles. Disputes must be resolved exclusively in South Carolina’s federal or state courts, and you waive objections to jurisdiction or venue. For Ohio-based hardware, federal preemption applies, drawing from **Brandenburg v. Ohio (1969)** [[2]].
 ===== 12. Arbitration =====
-Beefs from ToS go to binding arbitration under American Arbitration Association rules in South Carolina, using federal/South Carolina law. Signing? You ditch court rights, arbitration's your jam—keeping the fight fair in our info anarchy.
+Disputes arising from these ToS will be resolved through binding arbitration under the American Arbitration Association’s rules in South Carolina, applying federal and South Carolina law. By agreeing, you waive court litigation, opting for arbitration to keep disputes civil and focused on our shared quest for knowledge.
 ===== 13. Miscellaneous =====
-  * **Severability:** One bit tanks? Rest stands.
+  * **Severability:** If a provision is invalid, the rest endure.
-  * **No Waiver:** Skipping enforcement? Not a pass.
+  * **No Waiver:** Failure to enforce doesn’t waive rights.
-  * **Assignment:** No handing off without our ink; we can flip freely.
+  * **Assignment:** You can’t assign these ToS without our consent; we can assign freely.
-  * **Force Majeure:** No blame for uncontrollable crap.
+  * **Force Majeure:** No liability for delays beyond control.
-  * **Entire Agreement:** These ToS plus ARDC EULA = full deal, charged with punk net spirit.
+  * **Entire Agreement:** These ToS, plus the ARDC EULA, form the complete agreement, infused with a dash of digital wit.
 ===== References =====
   * [[2]] U.S. Constitution, Amendment I.
   * [[2]] Key Cases:
     * Brandenburg v. Ohio, 395 U.S. 444 (1969).
     * McIntyre v. Ohio, 514 U.S. 334 (1995).
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   * [[2]] Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act (47 U.S.C. § 230).
-By using the Services, you affirm you've read, got, and agree to these ToS. Questions? Hit [[:Your Email/Contact]]. Keep the rebellion wired—reliability's for suckers!
+By using the Services, you confirm you’ve read, understood, and agree to these ToS. Questions? Reach out at {{n0fuqemail.png}}. Let’s keep the digital campfire burning—reliability’s overrated!

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