The Growing Global Community of Amateur Radio Operators 🌍📡
Amateur radio has been a beloved hobby for millions of people worldwide, offering a unique…
Choosing the Best Antennas for Your LoRa APRS Tracker and iGate at 433 MHz
When it comes to reliable communication with your LoRa APRS (Automatic Packet Reporting System) tracker…
Optimizing Smart Beacon Profiles and Power Settings for LoRa APRS Tracker
In the world of amateur radio and APRS (Automatic Packet Reporting System), optimizing your Smart…
Optimizing LoRa APRS Tracker for Maximum Battery Life
As an avid user of LoRa APRS trackers, I’ve dedicated considerable time to fine-tuning my…
GNU Hurd vs. Linux Kernel: Two Paths in Free Software – Plus Linux Distributions for Ham Radio Enthusiasts
In the world of operating systems, both the GNU Hurd and the Linux kernel represent…
Stay Connected Off the Grid: Messages via Satellite on Your iPhone
In today’s fast-paced world, staying connected is more important than ever, even when you’re off…
Steve Wozniak: From Ham Radio Enthusiast to Revolutionizing Personal Computing with the Apple I
Steve Wozniak, a name synonymous with innovation and technology, is one of the co-founders of…
Generate Your APRS Pass Code
If you're an APRS (Automatic Packet Reporting System) enthusiast looking for an easy way to…
The Rise of PCMCIA Cards as Cryptographic Security Modules in the 1990s
In the early 1990s, the emergence of personal computers (PCs) and laptops began to revolutionize…
9M2PJU Ham Radio Clock: A DXing Tool for Amateur Radio Operators
Introducing the 9M2PJU Ham Radio Clock—a powerful system designed to display essential information for amateur…
Eyeball QSO with Egon KF4DX in Kuala Lumpur
On 22nd September 2024, I had the privilege of hosting Egon, KF4DX, from Florida, USA,…
Kuala Lumpur APRS Digipeaters Maintenance and Installation by 9M2PJU, 9W2VHF, 9W2YFS and 9M2EDU
Recently, I had the opportunity to join fellow amateur radio enthusiasts 9W2VHF, 9W2YFS, and 9M2EDU…
The Power of Chirp Spread Spectrum (CSS): History, Techniques, and Applications
Introduction Chirp Spread Spectrum (CSS) is a unique modulation technique renowned for its robustness, long-range…
Hackintosh: A Comprehensive Guide to Building Your Custom macOS PC
Introduction In the world of technology enthusiasts, few projects are as captivating as building a…
Convert Your Heltec Wireless Stick Into a 433 MHz LoRa APRS iGate or Digipeater
In this guide, we'll walk you through the steps to turn a Heltec Wireless Stick…
Convert Your 433 MHz Heltec Wireless Tracker into a 433 MHz LoRa APRS Tracker
In this guide, we'll walk you through the steps to convert a 433 MHz Heltec…
Understanding APRS Wide Path Configurations: From Wide1-1 to Wide3-3
Amateur radio enthusiasts and emergency communication specialists often rely on the Automatic Packet Reporting System…
Using Ubuntu as Your Ham Shack Operating System: A Comprehensive Guide for Amateur Radio Enthusiasts
Amateur radio, or "ham" radio, is a hobby that combines electronics, communication technology, and experimentation.…
Setting Up Personal DNS over HTTPS (DoH) and DNS over TLS (DoT) Using Open-Source Software
In an era where digital privacy is increasingly at risk, securing your DNS (Domain Name…
Understanding DNS over TLS (DoT) and DNS over HTTPS (DoH)
As our data increasingly travels over the Internet, safeguarding it from prying eyes is crucial.…
Introducing BB-Link: A Revolutionary Tool for Amateur Radio Enthusiasts
In the ever-evolving world of amateur radio, finding tools that streamline operations and enhance connectivity…
ESP32 APRS Projects
1. ESP32 KISS TNC for APRS An ESP32-based KISS TNC (Terminal Node Controller) can handle…
The ESP32 Development Board: A Versatile Tool for Amateur Radio Enthusiasts
The ESP32 development board is a powerful and versatile platform that has gained popularity among…
The Ultimate Guide to the Automatic Position Reporting System (APRS): A Comprehensive Resource for Amateur Radio Enthusiasts
Introduction to APRS The Automatic Position Reporting System (APRS) is a digital communication protocol used…
Exploring the Tiered Structures of DNS and APRS-IS: A Technical Comparison
In the world of digital communication, both the Domain Name System (DNS) and APRS-IS (APRS…
Setting Up Your Own Mail Server with Mailcow and Docker: A Step-by-Step Guide
Managing your own email server can be a game-changer, especially if you are concerned about…
Secure DNS DoH/DoT Server from the MyBSD Community
Established in the 1990s, MyBSD is a community dedicated to providing secure and efficient digital…
How to Bypass Government DNS Redirection: A Comprehensive Guide
In many countries, governments control internet access and block certain websites by redirecting DNS (Domain…
The Crucial Role of Digital Logging in Amateur Radio
In the ever-evolving world of amateur radio, maintaining accurate and accessible logs is more important…
Demonstrating Email via APRS using APRSDroid and Winlink
In this blog post, I’ll guide you through how to send emails using APRS (Automatic…
Sending Emails Using APRS Radios and Winlink: A Comprehensive Guide for Amateur Radio Operators
In the ever-evolving world of amateur radio, digital communication tools have expanded the ways operators…
How to Read Compass Bearings with the APRS Bot 9M2PJU-4: A Complete Guide
In the world of amateur radio and navigation, understanding how to read compass bearings is…
Integrating Tesla Vehicles with APRS-IS Using Tesla-APRS
Introduction Amateur radio enthusiasts have used the Automatic Packet Reporting System (APRS) for decades to…