Folks,
While this may be a tiresome topic for some, I, for one,
would like to see some fact-based vision applied to the
process of rulemaking. NS3T's data makes a giant step in
that regard.
As Zack/KI9A pointed out, Manny, Moe and Curley can spot legally
via Internet. There are third-party message issues afoot when
those spots are absorbed into RF distribution systems, however.
(Here comes David Popkin!)
I can see a whole landscape of possible policy choices adopted by
contest sponsors, and packet system operators in response to this
situation.
Want to stop packet piracy and perceived cheating?
Make self-spotting legal, for any station allowed to use packet.
I have what I believe is an informed and reasoned justification
for this recommendation. Short form: It's not a benefit,if
everyone can do it; it may reduce rates. If in doubt, see K1AR's
column in the May CQ, reference N2RM.
Jim/N2EA
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