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12/24/2008 | It Seems to Us: Technology and Science, A Two-Way StreetWe often link the terms science and technology, but in fact they are quite different concepts. Broadly speaking, technology involves the development of tools. The modern radio transceiver — a complex combination of hardware and software — is a
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12/24/2008 | In Nevada, Hams Are NWS's Eyes
With winter upon us, and inclement weather coming almost daily in one form or another, the wind and its treatment of mountaintop equipment is a major concern. According to ARRL Nevada Section Emergency Coordinator Don Carlson, KQ6FM, the mountains of Nort
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12/24/2008 | The January/February NCJ Hits the Streets
NCJ, The National Contest Journal is what everyone interested in radiosport needs to have in their shack. Filled with the latest news from the contesting world, this is a definite must-have. Whether you are new to contesting or are a sea
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12/24/2008 | Coming Up in the January/February Issue of QEX
The January/February issue of QEX is out, and it is full of theoretical and practical technical articles that you don't want to miss.
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12/23/2008 | ARRL's Committee on Scouting Seeks Assistance with Girl Scouts
ARRL Rocky Mountain Division Director Brian Mileshosky, N5ZGT, is looking for amateurs who are involved with Girl Scouting to help support Amateur Radio activities within that organization. Mileshos
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12/20/2008 | Surfin': Radio Shack Historically SpeakingThis week's Surfin' looks back on radio and electronic history via vintage Radio Shack catalogs.
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12/19/2008 | Restrictive Local Zoning Ordinance Proposed as Court Date in California Antenna Case Nears
As his February 2009 court date approaches, Alec Zubarau, WB6X, of Palmdale, California, gets ready to battle his town after being ordered to dismantle his previously approved antenna system. The City of Palmdale has widened its opposition to Amateur Radi
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12/19/2008 | The K7RA Solar Update
Last week's sunspot group was only visible for three days, December 10-12. The average daily sunspot number for all of 2007 was 12.8; if we see no sunspots for the rest of 2008, the average for this year will be 4.7. By comparison, the yearly averages of
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