Morse truly is just another data mode. It was designed to be copied by
machines.
Sunnuvagun!
dit dit
de Hans, K0HB
On Wed, Jul 24, 2013 at 5:19 PM, Paul O'Kane <pokane@ei5di.com> wrote:
> On 24/07/2013 18:16, Radio K0HB wrote:
>> If using a local decoder causes some newcomer to dabble in CW and in
>> contesting, then I see no reason for a prohibition. You and I won't
>> be required to use them, and the dabbler will likely jump in once he
>> realizes the limitations of machine decoding.
> And if using a third wheel causes a newcomer (who can't
> balance on two) to dabble in cycle races, then I see every
> reason for prohibition - because all they do is get in the
> way of the competitors who are prepared.
> Seems to me that knowing CW is a prerequisite for anyone
> expecting credit for a CW QSO. Those who consider CW to
> be just another data mode will likely disagree.
> 73,
> Paul EI5DI
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