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08/22/2012 | The Amateur Amateur: *Some Aggravation Required

Amateur Radio has been around for more than 100 years. It has added many new techniques and modes of operating since the early days. And while new methods and equipment are constantly being developed, the hobby never really abandons anything. This means t
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06/21/2011 | The Amateur Amateur: Cablegrim

The cables are out to get me, there’s no doubt about it. I should have known as soon as my first DB9 serial to USB cable went sour on me. I attributed the problem to a nearby lightning strike, which did indeed scramble a number of my electronic devices. B
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11/24/2009 | Surfin': A Wireless Dilemma

This week, Surfin' wonders what to do when ham radio transmissions interfere with the wireless equipment.
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07/02/2008 | Roof, Attic and Basement (Repeat)

It was an absolutely beautiful Memorial Day weekend. No rain, not too hot and not too cold. It was perfect for picnicking, yard work, washing your car -- whatever you wanted to do. The soggy days had departed just in time for a much-deserved and much-need
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