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Old December 9th 05, 09:13 PM posted to uk.radio.amateur,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.cb
Dana
 
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I enjoyed the code at 1 time, but not anymore.

On Sat, 12 Nov 2005, The Magnum wrote:


"Dana" wrote in message
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The mistake the FCC made was dropping the code requirment down to 5 wpm.
Lots of nivices squeeked under the wire.


What is this absurd fascination with Morse Code? Wouldnt you rather just
talk to people? I know all about the arguements about it getting through
when all else fails but is it really life and death?? If i cant get through
on the radio I use a Phone or the Internet. After all its just a hobby.
Besides, doesnt all that dot dot dot.. dash dash dash give you a headache
after a while??
Dont get me wrong, im not having a go at Amateurs im just asking the
question.. why is it so important?

Regards,
Graham