On Linux: I've been using Linux for 20 years --- unfortunately without
really learning much about it. My previous shack computer was purchased
with no OS, and this one had Ubuntu (I replaced it with Kubuntu). The
only non-Linux use in our house is of a Dell WinXP laptop that runs a
scanner.
Rick DJ0IP and others here are serious contesters. I'd be interested to
learn how such an op handles (or would handle) logging in Linux. I've
been using Xlog. It's simple, and although it has contest modes (CQ,
S&P) with function keys to generate CW (or the keyboard, for general
use) it relies on cwdaemon, with which I'm having trouble. Also
installed are CQRLog (which also uses cwdaemon) and Fldigi but I have
not yet invested the time to learn them.
In a sense I feel as if I have conflicting hobbies here, and am willing
to compromise my amateur-radio achievements to indulge my interest in Linux.
--John K3GHH
On 05/08/2014 02:12 AM, Rick - DJ0IP / NJ0IP wrote:
Though you solution is sound Clayton, we don't all have that luxury.
Some of us are compelled to stick with Windows.
I had always said I am switching to Linux once I retire and don't need
Windows for the QRL.
Unfortunately I couldn't afford to really retire, and since I'm still
working and need Windows for the job...
The best thing is to address the problem at its source.
Don't buy computers that come with that stuff.
Business computers come only with the software you order them with.
73 - Rick, DJ0IP
(Nr. Frankfurt am Main)
-----Original Message-----
From: TenTec [mailto:tentec-bounces@contesting.com] On Behalf Of Clayton
Brantley via TenTec
Sent: Thursday, May 08, 2014 1:51 AM
To: Discussion of Ten-Tec Equipment; Kimberly Elmore
Subject: Re: [TenTec] (ham station computer choice)
The best solution is to simply install Linux Mint and let it remove all that
"crap". No more worry about all the virus and garbage that is attracted by
a windo$$ system.
Clayton N4EV
On Wednesday, May 7, 2014 7:28 PM, Lee <ny6p01@gmail.com> wrote:
I would second that motion, Kimberly, and recommend in addition that one
build their own OS from the ground up - and for the same reasons. No, you
don't have to be a coder - there are several brands of Linux that offer this
DIY approach - where you can configure and compile your own kernel, and
compile, install & configure all the software - according to your own
specifications. I have done this myself, and it's much easier than you
think.
Then you'd really take ownership of your computer, and be able to fix almost
anything that arises. To say nothing of the satisfaction of putting it
together.
On May 7, 2014 9:28 AM, "Kimberly Elmore" <cw_de_n5op@sbcglobal.net> wrote:
I always simply build my own and install the OS myself. That way, I
have complete and total control over every aspect. It's remarkably
easy, relatively inexpensive, has no proprietary hardware, and I know
what's in it. Simply pick a CPU flavor you like, buy a motherboard
that supports the CPU, buy a case and power supply, get a graphics
card that does what you want, plug in memory, get a hard disk that's
far bigger than you think you'll ever need (no less than 1 TB) and
have at it. Much, much easier than "building" anything radio!
Kim N5OP
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