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ARRL breaks the internet
The ARRL has relaunched their website with a cool new look. But, in the process they made some very major mistakes that have, essentially, broken the internet. How did they do that, you ask? Simple. They did not take into … Continue reading
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Spelling
Recently, I have been seeing a number of people that should know better do something that really makes The Ham Radio Curmudgeon annoyed. That is, their spelling of ham radio. The Ham Radio Curmudgeon does not like to see it … Continue reading
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Talking Repeaters
These things are really annoying. What is wrong with sending — . . – on meeting night, or the repeater call in Morse? Instead, we are subjected to hearing your idea of a funny message that takes a half hour … Continue reading
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Wave
Have been spending some time in Google Wave. Not a bad system at all, other than it being slow at times. I am actually using it too – mainly for work as a note taker for some projects we are … Continue reading
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Project in the works
I have started playing around with an Arduino and am getting all sorts of crazy ideas for toys to build. So far my list is quite long, however, I have pretty much decided that the first project should be something … Continue reading
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“Next time, discharge the battery BEFORE you give it to me!
… that way, it will weigh less since all the electrons will be out of it.” So, I go to the ARES meeting last night and Rick is there with a present for me – a 400 Ah wet cell … Continue reading
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QRP transmitter using an old compact florescent bulb
This has been making the rounds for about two months now, but I figure what the heck… it is too cool not to post here as well! AA1JT took an old broken compact florescent bulb, ripped it apart, and made … Continue reading
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Welcome!
It is with very little fanfare that I have started this site. All I really have to say at the moment is, welcome!
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