Just a few of my thoughts...
Nowadays more and more people use webpage based dxclusters as as source
of information. Recently i have swapped logging programs and it was
very hard to log myself into my usual cluster and had to use a
web-based cluster, indeed i couldnt react with the dxcluster at all,
just take the info spotted. I could post spots, but these went to
DXsummmit which is web based. Now i am a strong believer in traditional
dxclusters, the guys that get these facilities up and running and keep
them ticking over sometimes deserve a medal. The cost of them
maintaining packetradio access is not as great as in years gone by but
the time and maintainance is still a concern. Not many people are aware
of what is involved in keeping the cluster network running smoothly and
preventing the abuse which can go on. Remember the websites that
provide you with a webpage of dx spots and announcements are getting
their information from the original dxcluster network.
So i say, wherever possible, support your local dxcluster by using
their facilities to the best advantage, its really all the
Cluster-sysops ask!

Kind regards and 73
Linda
http://www.gb7mbc.net