Why are Ham Radio Web Pages so bad?

I’ve been digging through a lot of web pages about some Ham Radio topics the past day or two. Digging is a good description, as I could use a shovel to help out.

I’ve been trying to learn a few things about APRS and Packet Radio. I’ve been away from them for a long time. Actually, I never tried APRS, but I was quite heavily into Packet at one time and APRS uses packet radio. I still have equipment that I should fire up and play around with.

But in preparation for my bike tour, I ordered a new radio that has a TNC and GPS built into it. It is supposed to be a self-contained APRS station. So I have been looking for information to prepare me to use it. Continue Reading…

A Christmas Carol

Carol called. She said don’t blame this on her…

Lockergnome Christmas

Okay, if Chris Pirillo alone isn’t enough to traumatize you, try this …

Not much music, but truly bad video courtesy of Jib-Jab who have a real talent for that.

Silent Night

I think I heard these cats outside my window one night… they were anything but silent!