DETARC
NEXUS
I’m not sure how to describe it. I’ll just call it a curation or compilation of ham radio tools in one platform. Here’s how the developer describes it: One program instead of six. Most stations run a decoder, a logger, a mapper, an alerter and a panadapter app, each with its own settings and its…
Software Every Ham Should Know
Excerpt: Your computer or phone can make amateur radio much easier. Here are the software tools a new Technician should know for programming radios, finding repeaters, logging contacts, APRS, Winlink, and more. The Short Version You don’t need a computer to enjoy amateur radio, but a few good applications can make getting started much easier….
Raspberry Pi Projects for Hams
Excerpt: A Raspberry Pi can become an APRS iGate, digital-voice hotspot, Winlink station, SDR receiver, propagation display, or even an AllStarLink node. Here are practical Raspberry Pi projects a new ham can actually build. The Short Version A Raspberry Pi is a small Linux computer that happens to be unusually well suited to amateur radio….
Digital Voice DMR, Fusion, and D-STAR
Excerpt: DMR, Yaesu System Fusion, and D-STAR can connect your VHF/UHF radio with operators around town or around the world. Learn how the three major amateur-radio digital voice systems work, how they differ, and which one might make sense for you. The Short Version DMR, Yaesu System Fusion, and D-STAR all transmit your voice digitally instead…
