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How to Select Ham Radio Software

Since the very beginnings of ham radio in the year 1900, amateur radio enthusiasts, often known as DXers, have often been at the forefront of radio technology. As savvy electronics and technology people, ham radio operators have, over the years, integrated computers and specialized ham radio software into the mix. Today, you can select ham radio software for just about any ham radio purpose, from antenna design to logging.

Things You'll Need

Computer, PC or Mac
Ample memory space in your computer for larger programs

Instructions

Select the Right Ham Radio Software
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  Start simply with your ham radio rig and discover what types of ham radio software programs might be helpful as you go.
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  Consult with your local amateur radio club's Elmers who have recommendations for what to look for in a particular program, based on the equipment you're using.
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  Log onto DXSoft (see Resources below) or other large online resource to find popular ham radio software programs.
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  Check for screen shots and other helpful descriptors that outline what you can expect to see within the program.
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  Verify that the program you select has all of the bells and whistles you need and want and that the program will run on your machine.
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  Download the program from the site and register it.

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