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Old 03-05-2008, 03:13 PM
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Originally Posted by mr_fixer View Post
well I understand the advantages of regular code over voice, but i was thinking to having to copy the numbers down, then feed them into a one time pad to get the final message, i'd think today, it would be more effective to have a digitally encrypted device that looks like a common personal possession, cell phone, blackberry ipod etc. Heck you could even use a GPS receiver. I dunno but having sheets of code paper seems like a greater security risk than finding what looks like a cell phone. Just my ramblings, Logan

Well other people are feeling the same way, because you can get a ham license without having to learn code.

And, instead of emergency situations (which can be handled very well through cellphone use in most situations) and tech talk, today's topics appear to embrace the failing human body, meds and not being able to pee. All the hams of old are now coming of age....
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