On 8/4/2010 6:28 AM, Michael Coslo wrote:

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I use 'em by the ton. My computer controls my radio via Ham Radio
Deluxe. I use DM-780 for my digital modes. The computer control of the
radio takes place over a USB to serial Dongle. I also have a TinyTracker
interface via another USB to Serial dongle. It works pretty well. But
I'd never dream of plugging a MagicJack or watching Hulu on it. I have
other computers for that stuff.

Not only would performance drop off, but there would be useage conflicts
also. Right now, I can watch Television on my TV, while reading email on
one of my computers, while carrying on a PPSK31 QSO with the rig control
computer. Heck I could carry on a simultaneous conversation via phone
too, I guess.

Much more difficult to do all the above if I was using all in one
operation.

- 73 de Mike N3LI -

Well then, sounds like you are on the right track, headed in the right
direction. It just takes some a bit longer than others. I am sure you
will get it right ... eventually. Anyway, will give you something to do
while we are waiting for a software controlled cell phone to be
developed. But like I say, it probably won't happen until enough people
become "electronic literate" enough to demand them.

Regards,
JS