Author Archives: KK4ECR

Acronyms, Phrases and Terms

Joe, W1WCN, has done training on some of the acronyms that you hear on the radio.  Here are those as well as other acronyms and terms you will probably hear.

  • Anderson Power Pole
    A type of power plug that the ARRL recommends as a standard so that different operator’s equipment can be quickly interchanged.
  • APRS – Automatic Packet Reporting System
    APRS is a communications protocol that allows stations to send location, weather, and other data real-time. It consists of UI or Unnumbered Information, meaning that the packets are transmitted without expectation of a confirming reply.
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Clay County ARES Donations & Contributions

Clay County ARES is a 501(c)(3) (not for profit) organization. Ongoing efforts are made possible through generous donations of people just like you and those listed below.

Our special thanks to those who have made donations
& contributions to Clay County ARES.

To join us in our efforts by making a tax-free donation, please contact Joe Bassett, W1WCN at w1wcn@comcast.net or any other AEC for Clay County ARES.

Click here for a list of Donations & Contributions made to Clay County ARES

ARES Groups and Individuals Should Protect Passwords

The ARRL released a news article recently concerning the hacking of a server in the League’s network late last month. That article can be found here. My professional background is in digital forensic investigations and includes teaching in the Digital Forensics and Cyber Security program at Valencia College in Orlando (Florida) so I’d like to make some cyber security suggestions to readers. Continue reading