It aint radio - but then, are the current generation out of the box
radios either - or just another piece of disposable consumer junk?

Andrew VK3BFA.

I agree - QsoNet isn't ham radio - it's a software simulator for the
"next generation" ham. The list of users is growing as we speak. See
http://www.qsonet.com/qbb/memberlist.php They are even advertising on
eham.net!! It makes me wonder where we are going with ham radio when
"hams" are signing up for something like this.

The "out of the box" radios do not require the construction skills and
knowledge necessary for homebrew designs or kits but one still needs an
understanding of radio propagation, antenna construction and assembling
a station. Experimentation and the satisfaction of making a real
contact "over the air" are still part of the experience.

Roger