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		<title>Digital vs. Paper QSL Cards: Which One Should You Choose?</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 02 Jul 2025 09:18:02 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>In the world of amateur radio, exchanging QSL cards is more than just confirming a contact — it’s a tradition, a way to connect with fellow hams across the globe, and in many ways, a badge of honor. But as with many things in life, technology is changing the way we do things. Today, we [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hamradio.my/2025/07/digital-vs-paper-qsl-cards-which-one-should-you-choose/">Digital vs. Paper QSL Cards: Which One Should You Choose?</a> appeared on <a href="https://hamradio.my">Hamradio.my - Amateur Radio, Tech Insights and Product Reviews</a> by <a href="https://hamradio.my/author/9m2pju/">9M2PJU</a>.</p>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">In the world of <a>amateur radio</a>, exchanging <a>QSL cards</a> is more than just confirming a contact — it’s a tradition, a way to connect with fellow hams across the globe, and in many ways, a badge of honor. But as with many things in life, technology is changing the way we do things. Today, we have two clear options when it comes to QSLing: the classic <strong>paper QSL card</strong> and the modern <strong>digital QSL system</strong>, like <a>LoTW (Logbook of The World)</a> or <a>eQSL</a>.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">So, which is better?</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Let’s take a look at both sides.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f4ec.png" alt="📬" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> The Charm of Paper QSL Cards</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Paper QSL cards are like postcards from the airwaves. Many of us still remember the joy of opening the mailbox and seeing a colorful QSL card from a rare DX contact. Some cards are beautifully designed, featuring landscapes, antennas, or even family photos. It’s something you can hold, frame, collect, and display.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/2705.png" alt="✅" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Pros:</h3>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><strong>Tangible and personal</strong>: You can hold it, display it, or flip through a binder of memories.</li>



<li><strong>More meaningful for many</strong>: Receiving a physical card can feel more special than an email.</li>



<li><strong>Great for awards (Traditional)</strong>: Some award programs still require or prefer paper QSLs.</li>



<li><strong>Customizable design</strong>: You can showcase your shack, call sign, and personality.</li>
</ul>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/274c.png" alt="❌" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Cons:</h3>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><strong>Cost</strong>: Printing and mailing cards internationally isn’t cheap.</li>



<li><strong>Time</strong>: It can take weeks, months, or even years to get a card back.</li>



<li><strong>Storage</strong>: They take up space, and organizing them long-term can be a challenge.</li>
</ul>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f310.png" alt="🌐" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> The Power of Digital QSLs</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">With systems like <a>ARRL’s LoTW</a> or <a>eQSL</a>, confirming a contact can happen instantly. No envelopes, no postage, and no waiting for months. Just upload your log, and if the other operator logs the QSO too — voilà, it’s confirmed.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/2705.png" alt="✅" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Pros:</h3>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><strong>Speed</strong>: Instant or near-instant confirmations.</li>



<li><strong>Convenience</strong>: No printing, stamps, or physical mail required.</li>



<li><strong>Cost-effective</strong>: No postage fees, especially useful for frequent or international QSOs.</li>



<li><strong>Perfect for digital awards</strong>: LoTW and eQSL have streamlined paths to many popular awards.</li>
</ul>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/274c.png" alt="❌" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Cons:</h3>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><strong>Lacks physical appeal</strong>: No card to touch, display, or admire.</li>



<li><strong>Less personal</strong>: It can feel transactional — just a log match.</li>



<li><strong>Tech barriers</strong>: Some hams (especially older ops) may find it tricky to use or set up.</li>



<li><strong>Not universal</strong>: Not every ham uses LoTW or eQSL, so some contacts go unconfirmed.</li>
</ul>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f914.png" alt="🤔" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> So, Which Should You Use?</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Honestly? <strong>Both</strong>.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">There’s no reason you can’t embrace the speed and efficiency of digital QSLs <strong>and</strong> still send out a few cherished paper QSLs when the moment feels right, like a rare DX, a first contact with a new country, or a memorable ragchew.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For example, LoTW is fast, accepted by most major awards, and doesn’t cost a thing. But when you made contact with really special contact — maybe a rare island,  physical QSL is still enjoyable.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f3af.png" alt="🎯" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Final Thoughts</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">At the end of the day, QSLing is about making connections. Whether you confirm your QSOs with a digital match on a server or with a glossy card in the mail, the important thing is that <strong>you’re keeping the tradition alive</strong> in your way.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Some hams love the smell of fresh QSL cards and the joy of a full binder. Others are all about speed, efficiency, and automation. And many of us sit somewhere in the middle.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Whatever your style — paper, digital, or both — the real magic is in making that contact across the miles, across the bands, and the world.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hamradio.my/2025/07/digital-vs-paper-qsl-cards-which-one-should-you-choose/">Digital vs. Paper QSL Cards: Which One Should You Choose?</a> appeared on <a href="https://hamradio.my">Hamradio.my - Amateur Radio, Tech Insights and Product Reviews</a> by <a href="https://hamradio.my/author/9m2pju/">9M2PJU</a>.</p>
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		<title>Installing TrustedQSL (TQSL) on Arch Linux Using AUR</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 02 Jul 2025 08:49:15 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>In the analog days of amateur radio, confirming a QSO (contact) often meant waiting weeks — or even months — for a paper QSL card to arrive via postal mail. These cards, beautifully designed and personally meaningful, were — and still are — treasured by hams around the world. But with the rise of digital [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hamradio.my/2025/07/installing-trustedqsl-tqsl-on-arch-linux-using-aur/">Installing TrustedQSL (TQSL) on Arch Linux Using AUR</a> appeared on <a href="https://hamradio.my">Hamradio.my - Amateur Radio, Tech Insights and Product Reviews</a> by <a href="https://hamradio.my/author/9m2pju/">9M2PJU</a>.</p>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">In the analog days of amateur radio, confirming a QSO (contact) often meant waiting weeks — or even months — for a paper QSL card to arrive via postal mail. These cards, beautifully designed and personally meaningful, were — and still are — treasured by hams around the world. But with the rise of digital logging, there came a need for something faster, more secure, and scalable for the modern era.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Enter <strong>Logbook of The World (LoTW)</strong>, a game-changing system developed by the <strong>ARRL (American Radio Relay League)</strong>. LoTW enables licensed amateur radio operators to submit and match QSO records <strong>electronically</strong>, eliminating the need for physical QSL cards while still offering a <strong>trusted confirmation process</strong>.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">At the heart of this system is <strong>TrustedQSL (TQSL)</strong> — the official software used to digitally sign and upload your contacts to LoTW. It ensures that:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Your <strong>identity and callsign are verified</strong> via a certificate issued by ARRL.</li>



<li>Your log files (usually in ADIF format) are <strong>cryptographically signed</strong>, proving their authenticity.</li>



<li>Confirmations happen <strong>automatically</strong> when your logged QSOs match with others in the system.</li>
</ul>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f504.png" alt="🔄" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> How This Changed QSO Confirmations Forever</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Before LoTW, confirming a DXCC or WAS award required collecting and organizing piles of paper cards, often at considerable cost and effort. Now, with LoTW:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Confirmations can happen within <strong>minutes</strong>, not months.</li>



<li>There’s <strong>no postage</strong> or mailing involved.</li>



<li>It&#8217;s <strong>globally accessible</strong>, 24/7.</li>



<li>It reduces errors, fraud, and loss compared to traditional QSL methods.</li>



<li>Operators can easily track award progress with automated tools.</li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">While paper QSLs still have sentimental and collectible value, <strong>LoTW has become the de facto standard for official QSO confirmation</strong> in contests, awards (like <strong>DXCC</strong>, <strong>WAS</strong>, and <strong>VUCC</strong>), and everyday operating.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">In short, <strong>LoTW and TrustedQSL have brought amateur radio into the digital age,</strong> without compromising trust, authenticity, or the sense of connection that makes this hobby special.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For amateur radio operators who log their QSOs digitally, the <strong>ARRL Logbook of the World (LoTW)</strong> is an essential service. To upload your logs securely to LoTW, you need a tool that signs them using a valid certificate, and that’s where <strong>TrustedQSL (TQSL)</strong> comes in.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you’re using <strong>Arch Linux</strong> or an Arch-based distro like <strong>Manjaro</strong>, <strong>EndeavourOS</strong>, or <strong>CachyOS</strong>, you won’t find TrustedQSL in the official repositories, but thanks to the Arch User Repository (AUR), installing it is straightforward.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Here’s a step-by-step guide to installing the <strong>latest development version</strong> of TrustedQSL using the <code>trustedqsl-git</code> AUR package.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f527.png" alt="🔧" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Prerequisites</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Before you begin, ensure you have an AUR helper installed. The most common options are:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><code>yay</code></li>



<li><code>paru</code></li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you don’t have one yet, you can install <code>yay</code> with:</p>



<pre class="wp-block-code"><code>sudo pacman -S --needed base-devel git
git clone https://aur.archlinux.org/yay.git
cd yay
makepkg -si
</code></pre>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f6e0.png" alt="🛠" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Installing TrustedQSL from AUR</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Now that your AUR helper is ready, you can install TrustedQSL:</p>



<pre class="wp-block-code"><code>paru -S trustedqsl-git
</code></pre>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Or with <code>yay</code>:</p>



<pre class="wp-block-code"><code>yay -S trustedqsl-git
</code></pre>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This package pulls the <strong>latest source code</strong>, compiles it, and installs it on your system.</p>



<blockquote class="wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow">
<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f4a1.png" alt="💡" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> <strong>Note:</strong> The <code>-git</code> suffix means this package builds the <em>development version</em> of TQSL from source.</p>
</blockquote>



<hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity"/>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f680.png" alt="🚀" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Launching TQSL</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Once installed, you can launch TrustedQSL from your application menu or by typing:</p>



<pre class="wp-block-code"><code>tqsl
</code></pre>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The interface should feel familiar to those coming from Windows or macOS. You can now:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Request or load your LoTW certificate</li>



<li>Sign ADIF logs (e.g., from <strong>WSJT-X</strong>, <strong>Log4OM</strong>, <strong>CQRLOG</strong>, etc.)</li>



<li>Upload signed logs directly to LoTW</li>
</ul>



<hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity"/>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f4a1.png" alt="💡" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Why Use <code>trustedqsl-git</code>?</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Using <code>trustedqsl-git</code> has its benefits:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>You’re always running the latest version with the newest features and bug fixes.</li>



<li>Great for testing upcoming features or contributing feedback upstream.</li>



<li>Works well for those comfortable with the rolling-release nature of Arch.</li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">However, keep in mind that development versions can occasionally introduce instability. If you prefer only stable releases, consider building from <a href="https://www.arrl.org/tqsl-download">ARRL&#8217;s release tarballs</a>.</p>



<hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity"/>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f9f0.png" alt="🧰" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Updating TQSL</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Like any AUR package, updates <code>trustedqsl-git</code> won’t come via <code>pacman -Syu</code>. Instead, update it with your AUR helper:</p>



<pre class="wp-block-code"><code>paru -Syu
</code></pre>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Or specifically:</p>



<pre class="wp-block-code"><code>paru -S trustedqsl-git
</code></pre>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This will rebuild TQSL from the latest commit.</p>



<hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity"/>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f4ec.png" alt="📬" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Final Thoughts</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">TrustedQSL is a crucial tool in the modern ham operator&#8217;s digital workflow, and it works beautifully on Arch-based systems with just a bit of help from the AUR. Whether you&#8217;re uploading FT8 contacts from WSJT-X or submitting your latest DXpedition logs, TQSL keeps your LoTW submissions valid and secure.</p>
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		<title>ARRL Logbook of The World Is Back Online – Faster and Stronger Than Before</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 02 Jul 2025 04:23:13 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>📅 Mark your logbooks: July 2, 2025 at 10:00 AM EDT — ARRL, The National Association for Amateur Radio in United States, has officially brought Logbook of The World (LoTW) back online! 🚀 What’s New with LoTW? You won’t notice any flashy UI changes (yet 😉), but under the hood? It’s a whole new game. [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hamradio.my/2025/07/arrl-logbook-of-the-world-is-back-online-faster-and-stronger-than-before/">ARRL Logbook of The World Is Back Online – Faster and Stronger Than Before</a> appeared on <a href="https://hamradio.my">Hamradio.my - Amateur Radio, Tech Insights and Product Reviews</a> by <a href="https://hamradio.my/author/9m2pju/">9M2PJU</a>.</p>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f4c5.png" alt="📅" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Mark your logbooks: July 2, 2025 at 10:00 AM EDT</strong> — ARRL, The National Association for Amateur Radio in United States, has officially brought <strong>Logbook of The World (LoTW)</strong> back online!</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f680.png" alt="🚀" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> What’s New with LoTW?</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">You won’t notice any flashy UI changes (yet <img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f609.png" alt="😉" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" />), but under the hood? It’s a whole new game. The system is now running on <strong>upgraded infrastructure</strong>, designed to deliver:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/26a1.png" alt="⚡" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> <strong>Faster performance</strong></li>



<li><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f512.png" alt="🔒" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> <strong>Enhanced reliability</strong></li>



<li><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f310.png" alt="🌐" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> <strong>Scalability for future demand</strong></li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">So whether you’re chasing your next DXCC entity or looking to finally lock in that last state for Worked All States, the new LoTW is ready to support your achievements.</p>



<blockquote class="wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow">
<p class="wp-block-paragraph">“We know radio amateurs around the world rely on LoTW to receive QSLs and apply for awards,” said <strong>David A. Minster, NA2AA</strong>, ARRL CEO. “These upgrades help ensure the long-term stability of the system.”</p>
</blockquote>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f64f.png" alt="🙏" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> A Word of Thanks to the Community</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">ARRL extended sincere gratitude to those who stepped up during last week’s donation call. Thanks to generous contributors, <strong>over $4,000 was raised</strong> in just a few days. That’s what ham spirit is all about — supporting the tools we all depend on.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">But let’s be real — <strong>the job isn’t done yet</strong>.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Running and improving a platform like LoTW takes resources. If you benefit from LoTW (and let’s face it, most of us do), consider:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f4b3.png" alt="💳" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Donating to the <strong><a href="https://www.arrl.org/donate">ARRL LoTW Fund</a></strong></li>



<li><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f39f.png" alt="🎟" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Becoming an <strong><a href="https://www.arrl.org/join">ARRL member</a></strong> if you’re not already</li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Supporting LoTW is an investment in the future of amateur radio.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f9ed.png" alt="🧭" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> What Is LoTW?</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you&#8217;re new to the hobby or just haven’t jumped on the LoTW train yet, here’s a quick rundown:</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Logbook of The World</strong> is a secure, cloud-based QSO confirmation system. Instead of mailing physical QSL cards across the globe, hams can:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f4e5.png" alt="📥" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Upload digital QSO logs</li>



<li><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f4c8.png" alt="📈" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Track confirmed contacts</li>



<li><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f3c6.png" alt="🏆" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Apply for awards like DXCC, WAS, and more</li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Since its launch in 2003, LoTW has logged <strong>over 2.1 billion QSOs</strong>.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f9e1.png" alt="🧡" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Support What Supports You</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Whether you’re a ragchewer, contester, DXer, or SOTA activator, LoTW helps tell the story of your contacts. Let’s keep it running strong for the next generation of hams.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f449.png" alt="👉" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> <strong>Donate today</strong>: <a href="https://www.arrl.org/donate">www.arrl.org/donate</a><br><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f449.png" alt="👉" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> <strong>Become a member</strong>: <a href="https://www.arrl.org/join">www.arrl.org/join</a></p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hamradio.my/2025/07/arrl-logbook-of-the-world-is-back-online-faster-and-stronger-than-before/">ARRL Logbook of The World Is Back Online – Faster and Stronger Than Before</a> appeared on <a href="https://hamradio.my">Hamradio.my - Amateur Radio, Tech Insights and Product Reviews</a> by <a href="https://hamradio.my/author/9m2pju/">9M2PJU</a>.</p>
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		<title>LoTW Look: Mobile Access to Your Logbook of The World QSLs</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 12:19:38 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>For many amateur radio operators, keeping track of QSL confirmations on Logbook of The World (LoTW) can be a hassle, especially when accessing the website from a mobile device. Recognizing this challenge, N1KDO developed LoTW Look, an Android application designed to provide a lightweight and efficient way to monitor QSL confirmations on the go. Why [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hamradio.my/2025/04/lotw-look-mobile-access-to-your-logbook-of-the-world-qsls/">LoTW Look: Mobile Access to Your Logbook of The World QSLs</a> appeared on <a href="https://hamradio.my">Hamradio.my - Amateur Radio, Tech Insights and Product Reviews</a> by <a href="https://hamradio.my/author/9m2pju/">9M2PJU</a>.</p>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For many amateur radio operators, keeping track of QSL confirmations on Logbook of The World (LoTW) can be a hassle, especially when accessing the website from a mobile device. Recognizing this challenge, N1KDO developed <em>LoTW Look</em>, an Android application designed to provide a lightweight and efficient way to monitor QSL confirmations on the go.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-why-lotw-look">Why LoTW Look?</h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The official LoTW website is not particularly mobile-friendly, making it cumbersome for operators who want quick access to their QSL data. <em>LoTW Look</em> solves this issue by providing an intuitive and responsive mobile interface that allows users to check their confirmations easily and receive timely notifications when new QSLs are received.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img  title="" fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" width="614" height="1024" src="https://hamradio.my/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/image-67-614x1024.png"  alt="image-67-614x1024 LoTW Look: Mobile Access to Your Logbook of The World QSLs"  class="wp-image-7103" srcset="https://hamradio.my/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/image-67-614x1024.png 614w, https://hamradio.my/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/image-67-180x300.png 180w, https://hamradio.my/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/image-67.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 614px) 100vw, 614px" /></figure>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-features">Features</h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">LoTW Look is designed to be minimalistic yet powerful. The app offers the following key features:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><strong>Automated QSL Checks</strong>: The app periodically queries LoTW for new confirmations and sends a notification when new QSLs are detected.</li>



<li><strong>Search Functionality</strong>: Users can search for specific QSL confirmations using the built-in search tool.</li>



<li><strong>Manual Refresh</strong>: A simple refresh button allows users to check for updates at any time.</li>



<li><strong>Lightweight Design</strong>: The app is optimized to use minimal storage (only 126 KB) and data, ensuring smooth performance.</li>
</ul>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img  title="" decoding="async" width="614" height="1024" src="https://hamradio.my/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/image-68-614x1024.png"  alt="image-68-614x1024 LoTW Look: Mobile Access to Your Logbook of The World QSLs"  class="wp-image-7104" srcset="https://hamradio.my/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/image-68-614x1024.png 614w, https://hamradio.my/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/image-68-180x300.png 180w, https://hamradio.my/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/image-68.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 614px) 100vw, 614px" /></figure>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-how-to-use">How to Use</h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">LoTW Look has a straightforward interface with three main controls:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><strong>Search (Magnifier Icon)</strong>: Enables users to find specific QSL confirmations.</li>



<li><strong>Refresh (Circle of Arrows Icon)</strong>: Fetches the latest data from LoTW instantly.</li>



<li><strong>Settings (Gear Icon)</strong>: Allows users to configure their preferences, including:
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Username and password for LoTW authentication</li>



<li>Update intervals for automatic QSL checks</li>



<li>Maximum number of QSL entries stored on the device</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img  title="" decoding="async" width="640" height="1024" src="https://hamradio.my/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/image-69-640x1024.png"  alt="image-69-640x1024 LoTW Look: Mobile Access to Your Logbook of The World QSLs"  class="wp-image-7105" srcset="https://hamradio.my/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/image-69-640x1024.png 640w, https://hamradio.my/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/image-69-188x300.png 188w, https://hamradio.my/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/image-69-768x1229.png 768w, https://hamradio.my/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/image-69.png 900w" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px" /></figure>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-privacy-and-security">Privacy and Security</h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">LoTW Look prioritizes user privacy. The only data transmitted is the user’s LoTW credentials, which are securely encrypted using TLS 1.2 or later. The app does not collect or store any personal data beyond what is necessary for authentication.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-get-lotw-look">Get LoTW Look</h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The application is available for download on the <a href="https://play.google.com/store">Google Play Store</a>. Additionally, the source code is openly available on GitHub for those who wish to review or contribute to its development.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For more details, visit <a href="http://www.n1kdo.com/">N1KDO’s website</a> and explore the latest updates on LoTW Look. This app is a must-have for radio operators who want a seamless way to stay on top of their QSL confirmations—wherever they are.</p>
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		<title>How to Install Wavelog Using Docker for Amateur Radio Logging</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 22 Mar 2025 22:13:15 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Wavelog is a self-hosted PHP application designed for amateur radio operators to log their contacts efficiently. It is an enhanced fork of Cloudlog by 2M0SQL and provides a web-based interface that allows logging QSOs from anywhere with an internet connection. Wavelog supports integrations with various online services such as ClubLog, QRZ, eQSL, HRDLog, and LotW. [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hamradio.my/2025/03/how-to-install-wavelog-using-docker-for-amateur-radio-logging/">How to Install Wavelog Using Docker for Amateur Radio Logging</a> appeared on <a href="https://hamradio.my">Hamradio.my - Amateur Radio, Tech Insights and Product Reviews</a> by <a href="https://hamradio.my/author/9m2pju/">9M2PJU</a>.</p>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Wavelog is a self-hosted PHP application designed for amateur radio operators to log their contacts efficiently. It is an enhanced fork of Cloudlog by 2M0SQL and provides a web-based interface that allows logging QSOs from anywhere with an internet connection. Wavelog supports integrations with various online services such as ClubLog, QRZ, eQSL, HRDLog, and LotW. It is built using CodeIgniter 3 and Bootstrap 5, making it a lightweight yet powerful solution for ham radio enthusiasts.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">One of Wavelog&#8217;s key features is its compatibility with a Docker-based deployment, which simplifies installation and management. By running Wavelog in a Docker container, users can ensure a consistent and portable environment without worrying about dependency conflicts.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This guide will walk you through the steps to install Wavelog using Docker on a Linux-based system.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-prerequisites">Prerequisites</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Before proceeding, ensure that you have the following installed on your system:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>A Linux-based operating system (Debian, Ubuntu, CentOS, etc.)</li>



<li>Docker and Docker Compose installed</li>



<li>A stable internet connection</li>
</ul>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-step-1-install-docker-and-docker-compose">Step 1: Install Docker and Docker Compose</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If Docker is not already installed, you can install it using the following commands:</p>



<pre class="wp-block-code"><code>sudo apt update
sudo apt install docker.io docker-compose-plugin -y
</code></pre>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Enable and start the Docker service:</p>



<pre class="wp-block-code"><code>sudo systemctl enable --now docker
</code></pre>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Verify the installation:</p>



<pre class="wp-block-code"><code>docker --version
docker compose version
</code></pre>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-step-2-create-a-docker-compose-file">Step 2: Create a Docker Compose File</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Create a directory for Wavelog and navigate into it:</p>



<pre class="wp-block-code"><code>mkdir ~/wavelog &amp;&amp; cd ~/wavelog
</code></pre>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Create a new <code>docker-compose.yml</code> file:</p>



<pre class="wp-block-code"><code>nano docker-compose.yml
</code></pre>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Copy and paste the following content into the file:</p>



<pre class="wp-block-code"><code>services:
  wavelog-db:
    image: mariadb:11.3
    container_name: wavelog-db
    environment:
      MARIADB_RANDOM_ROOT_PASSWORD: yes
      MARIADB_DATABASE: wavelog
      MARIADB_USER: wavelog
      MARIADB_PASSWORD: wavelog # &lt;- Insert a strong password here
    volumes:
      - wavelog-dbdata:/var/lib/mysql
    restart: unless-stopped

  wavelog-main:
    container_name: wavelog-main
    image: ghcr.io/wavelog/wavelog:latest
    depends_on:
      - wavelog-db
    environment:
      CI_ENV: docker
    volumes:
      - wavelog-config:/var/www/html/application/config/docker
      - wavelog-uploads:/var/www/html/uploads
      - wavelog-userdata:/var/www/html/userdata
    ports:
      - "8086:80"
    restart: unless-stopped

volumes:
  wavelog-dbdata:
  wavelog-uploads:
  wavelog-userdata:
  wavelog-config:
</code></pre>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Save and exit (CTRL+X, then Y, then ENTER).</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-step-3-start-wavelog">Step 3: Start Wavelog</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Run the following command to start Wavelog:</p>



<pre class="wp-block-code"><code>docker compose up -d
</code></pre>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This will pull the required images and start the Wavelog instance. To verify that the containers are running, use:</p>



<pre class="wp-block-code"><code>docker ps
</code></pre>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-step-4-access-wavelog">Step 4: Access Wavelog</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Once the setup is complete, open your web browser and navigate to:</p>



<pre class="wp-block-code"><code>http:&#47;&#47;localhost:8086
</code></pre>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you are running this on a remote server, replace <code>localhost</code> with the server’s IP address.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Follow the on-screen setup instructions and use the database credentials specified in <code>docker-compose.yml</code>:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Database Host: <code>wavelog-db</code></li>



<li>Database Name: <code>wavelog</code></li>



<li>Username: <code>wavelog</code></li>



<li>Password: (use the value set in <code>MARIADB_PASSWORD</code>)</li>
</ul>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-step-5-configure-reverse-proxy-optional">Step 5: Configure Reverse Proxy (Optional)</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you are hosting Wavelog on a server and want to access it using a domain name, configure an Nginx reverse proxy. Below is an example Nginx configuration:</p>



<pre class="wp-block-code"><code>server {
    listen 80;
    server_name wavelog.example.com;
    location / {
        proxy_set_header Host $host;
        proxy_set_header X-Real-IP $remote_addr;
        proxy_set_header X-Forwarded-For $proxy_add_x_forwarded_for;
        proxy_set_header X-Forwarded-Proto $scheme;
        proxy_pass http://localhost:8086;
    }
}
</code></pre>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Restart Nginx after applying the configuration:</p>



<pre class="wp-block-code"><code>sudo systemctl restart nginx
</code></pre>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-step-6-updating-wavelog">Step 6: Updating Wavelog</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">To update Wavelog, follow these steps:</p>



<pre class="wp-block-code"><code>docker compose down
docker pull ghcr.io/wavelog/wavelog:latest
docker compose up -d
</code></pre>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This will pull the latest version and restart Wavelog with the new image.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-troubleshooting">Troubleshooting</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Check logs for any issues:</p>



<pre class="wp-block-code"><code>docker logs --follow wavelog-main
</code></pre>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you need to increase logging details, edit <code>config.php</code> inside the Wavelog configuration volume.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-conclusion">Conclusion</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">By following these steps, you have successfully set up Wavelog using Docker for logging amateur radio contacts. This setup ensures a stable and scalable environment while simplifying updates and maintenance. Enjoy using Wavelog for your QSO logging needs!</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For more information, visit <a href="https://github.com/wavelog/wavelog"><strong>https://github.com/wavelog/wavelog</strong></a>.</p>
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		<title>ARRL Logbook of the World (LoTW) is Down: Steps to Secure Your QSO Logs</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 31 May 2024 11:27:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Date: May 31, 2024 Time: 10:00 PM MYT (Kuala Lumpur Time) As of this date and time, the ARRL Logbook of the World (LoTW) is still down. In the world of amateur radio, keeping your QSO logs secure and up-to-date is paramount. When the ARRL Logbook of the World (LoTW) goes down, it can cause [&#8230;]</p>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><em>Date: May 31, 2024</em></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><em>Time: 10:00 PM MYT (Kuala Lumpur Time)</em></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">As of this date and time, the ARRL Logbook of the World (LoTW) is still down. In the world of amateur radio, keeping your QSO logs secure and up-to-date is paramount. When the ARRL Logbook of the World (LoTW) goes down, it can cause concern for many operators. But don&#8217;t worry—there are effective steps you can take to ensure your logs are safe and ready for upload once LoTW is back online. Here’s a logical approach to managing your QSO logs during this downtime.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">1. Backup Your QSO Logs</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">First and foremost, creating backups of your QSO logs is essential. You can use various services that support logbook uploads and downloads. Some reliable options include:</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">ClubLog</h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">ClubLog is a popular online service that allows you to upload and manage your QSO logs. It offers a straightforward interface and reliable backup solutions.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">HRDLog</h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Ham Radio Deluxe Log (HRDLog) is another excellent choice for backing up your QSO data. It integrates well with many logging software programs and offers robust backup features.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">GitHub</h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For those who are comfortable with version control systems, GitHub provides an excellent platform to store and manage your QSO logs. You can create a private repository and upload your logs for safekeeping.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">2. Export and Upload Your Logs</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Once you have chosen a backup service, the next step is to export your QSO logs from your logging software. Most logging programs will allow you to export your logs in a standard ADIF format. Here’s how you can do it:</p>



<ol class="wp-block-list">
<li><strong>Open your logging software.</strong></li>



<li><strong>Select the option to export your log.</strong></li>



<li><strong>Choose the ADIF format.</strong></li>



<li><strong>Save the exported file to your computer.</strong></li>
</ol>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">After exporting your logs, upload the file to your chosen backup service. Each service will have its own method for uploading files, but generally, it involves logging into your account and following the upload prompts.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">3. Prepare for LoTW Recovery</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">While waiting for LoTW to come back online, there are a few preparatory steps you can take to ensure a smooth transition once the service is available again.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Apply for New Callsign Certificates</h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If your callsign certificates are nearing expiration or if you need new ones, now is a good time to apply for them. Visit the ARRL LoTW website to initiate the process. Having your new certificates ready will save time once the system is operational.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Re-sign Your QSO Logs</h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">When LoTW comes back online, you will need to apply new certificates and re-sign your QSO logs. This process involves using the TrustedQSL software to sign your logs with your updated callsign certificates. Here’s a brief overview of how to do it:</p>



<ol class="wp-block-list">
<li><strong>Open TrustedQSL.</strong></li>



<li><strong>Import your new callsign certificate.</strong></li>



<li><strong>Select your QSO log file.</strong></li>



<li><strong>Sign the log file using the new certificate.</strong></li>
</ol>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This will ensure that your logs are properly authenticated and ready for upload to LoTW.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">4. Upload to LoTW</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">When LoTW comes back online, you will be ready to upload your signed QSO logs. Simply log into your LoTW account and follow the usual process for uploading logs. By having your logs pre-signed with the updated certificates, you will avoid any delays and ensure your contacts are quickly verified.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Conclusion</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">While the downtime of ARRL LoTW can be inconvenient, taking these proactive steps will help you maintain the integrity and security of your QSO logs. By backing up your logs to other services, applying for new callsign certificates, and re-signing your logs, you will be well-prepared to upload your data as soon as LoTW is back online. Happy logging, and 73!</p>
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		<title>Cyberattack on ARRL Disrupts Logbook of the World</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 20 May 2024 07:07:02 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Introduction The American Radio Relay League (ARRL) has recently fallen victim to a cyberattack, significantly disrupting its IT infrastructure. This attack has affected several key services, including the Logbook of the World (LoTW), a vital tool for amateur radio operators worldwide. Here’s a detailed breakdown of what happened, the impact on ARRL services, and the [&#8230;]</p>
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<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Introduction</h4>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The American Radio Relay League (ARRL) has recently fallen victim to a cyberattack, significantly disrupting its IT infrastructure. This attack has affected several key services, including the Logbook of the World (LoTW), a vital tool for amateur radio operators worldwide. Here’s a detailed breakdown of what happened, the impact on ARRL services, and the steps being taken to address the situation.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">The Cyberattack</h4>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The cyberattack on ARRL has taken several of its online services offline. The Logbook of the World, an online database where amateur radio operators log contacts and confirm communications, is among the most notable services affected. Additionally, the ARRL Learning Center and other web-based services have also experienced disruptions. The attack&#8217;s exact nature and scope are still under investigation, but the ARRL is working diligently to restore functionality.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Impact on Users</h4>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">While the ARRL has assured that no credit card information is stored within its systems, the attack has compromised its member database, which includes sensitive information such as names, addresses, and call signs. The loss of access to LoTW is particularly significant for amateur radio operators who rely on the platform to validate their communications for awards and recognition.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">ARRL&#8217;s Response</h4>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">In response to the attack, the ARRL has been focusing on several key areas:</p>



<ol class="wp-block-list">
<li><strong>Restoring Services:</strong> Efforts are underway to bring the affected systems back online as quickly as possible. This includes prioritizing the Logbook of the World due to its widespread use and importance.</li>



<li><strong>Enhancing Security:</strong> The organization is also taking steps to strengthen its cybersecurity measures to prevent future incidents. This includes a thorough review of their current systems and implementing more robust security protocols.</li>



<li><strong>Communication:</strong> The ARRL is keeping its members informed through regular updates. Transparency about the situation and ongoing efforts is a critical component of their response strategy.</li>
</ol>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Speculations and Current Status</h4>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">While it remains unclear if ransomware was involved, the ARRL has not disclosed specific details about the attack’s nature. Cybersecurity experts often highlight that ransomware attacks can be particularly disruptive, potentially leading to data encryption and demands for ransom payments. The ARRL’s current focus is on recovery and mitigation, with an emphasis on securing their systems against further attacks.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Broader Implications</h4>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This cyberattack on the ARRL serves as a stark reminder of the growing cybersecurity threats faced by organizations of all sizes and sectors. For amateur radio operators, this incident underscores the importance of cybersecurity awareness and preparedness within their community. It also highlights the need for robust cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive information and maintain operational continuity.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Conclusion</h4>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The ARRL cyberattack has had a significant impact on the organization and its members, disrupting vital services and exposing vulnerabilities in their IT systems. As the ARRL works to restore services and strengthen its security posture, this incident serves as a crucial lesson in the importance of cybersecurity in today’s digital age.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For more detailed information, you can read the full article <a href="https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/arrl-cyberattack-takes-logbook-of-the-world-offline/">here</a>.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Stay safe and vigilant in your online activities.</p>
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		<title>Upgrade Your Trusted QSL (TQSL) Now</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 16 Jun 2013 16:49:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Recently, ARRL LOTW developer upgraded trustedQSL app to the latest version which is 1.14.1. This new Trusted QSL app has major improvement such as signed log can be direct uploaded from trusted QSL to the LOTW server, just sign and upload. It has automatic check for updates, if there is a new version available, you [&#8230;]</p>
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<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Gf-bi4JbOYE/Ub3sUZRro4I/AAAAAAAADSM/jAyFDyYfPw0/s1600/newtqslapp.PNG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img  title=""  alt="newtqslapp Upgrade Your Trusted QSL (TQSL) Now" loading="lazy" decoding="async" border="0" height="290" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Gf-bi4JbOYE/Ub3sUZRro4I/AAAAAAAADSM/jAyFDyYfPw0/s400/newtqslapp.PNG" width="400" /></a></div>
<p>Recently, ARRL LOTW developer upgraded trustedQSL app to the latest version which is 1.14.1.</p>
<p>This new Trusted QSL app has major improvement such as</p>
<p></p>
<ol>
<li>signed log can be direct uploaded from trusted QSL to the LOTW server, just sign and upload.</li>
<li>It has automatic check for updates, if there is a new version available, you will be prompted to download and install.</li>
<li>Duplicate checking</li>
<li>The latest version also check for the CQ and ITU zones.</li>
<li>Dozens of bug fixed.</li>
</ol>
<div>
For more information and download link for Windows, Mac OSX and Linux, please follow instructions here&nbsp;<a href="http://www.arrl.org/files/file/LoTW%20Instructions/Upgrading%20to%20TQSL%201_14_1.pdf">http://www.arrl.org/files/file/LoTW%20Instructions/Upgrading%20to%20TQSL%201_14_1.pdf</a></div>
<div>
</div>
<div>
To know more about Logbook Of The World (LOTW), go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.arrl.org/logbook-of-the-world">http://www.arrl.org/logbook-of-the-world</a></div>
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		<title>What is Logbook Of The World (LOTW) And How To Use It ?</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 12 May 2013 08:01:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>From wikipedia, Logbook of the World (LoTW) is a web-accessed database provided by the American Radio Relay League (ARRL) to implement a contact verification service among amateur radio operators. Using LoTW, radio amateurs (hams) can claim and verify contacts (QSOs) made with other amateurs, generally for claiming credit for operating awards, such as DXCC. This [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>From wikipedia,</p>
<p>Logbook of the World (LoTW) is a web-accessed database provided by the American Radio Relay League (ARRL) to implement a contact verification service among amateur radio operators. Using LoTW, radio amateurs (hams) can claim and verify contacts (QSOs) made with other amateurs, generally for claiming credit for operating awards, such as DXCC. <b>This kind of verification formerly required exchange of paper QSL cards and submission to ARRL, a slow and somewhat expensive process</b>. LoTW began operation in 2003.</p>
<p>
The LoTW system emphasizes secure authentication using cryptographic key distribution. An amateur&#8217;s computer-based logbook, in ADIF or Cabrillo format, must be &#8220;signed&#8221; using a key obtained from ARRL. (Logbook data includes callsigns and locations of stations, contact time, frequency, and operating mode.) ARRL assigns such keys to amateurs who appear in the U.S. FCC licensing database or to non-US amateurs who provide alternate proof of identity.</p>
<p>Once a log file has been signed using ARRL&#8217;s &#8220;TrustedQSL&#8221; (or equivalent) program, it is uploaded to the ARRL server and entered in the database.</p>
<p>Log records in the LoTW database are automatically compared so that when a contact at a particular time, operating mode, and frequency band is claimed by both participating amateurs (who both must have submitted their logs), a &#8220;QSL&#8221; (confirmation) is declared for a later award claim, e.g., for contacts with all U.S. states or 100 different countries. The matching process is blind, meaning that none of the two stations can see pending confirmations for him before he uploads a matching record. The LoTW QSL is purely electronic; there is no paper confirmation.</p>
<p>A LoTW-registered amateur may log in to the LoTW website to view his or her logged QSOs and the verified QSL matches. When the amateur has a sufficient number of LoTW and/or traditional paper QSLs, he or she may apply for an ARRL award. As of January 2012, LoTW credit may be used for credit for awards issued by the ARRL and by CQ Magazine. <b>The ARRL does not recognize other web-based QSL systems, such as eQSL, for awards credit.</b><br />
<b><br /></b><br />
So, which one do you prefer for QSO confirmation? paper QSL or lotw ?</p>
<p>Interested on LOTW ? visit</p>
<p></p>
<ol>
<li><a href="http://www.arrl.org/logbook-of-the-world">http://www.arrl.org/logbook-of-the-world</a></li>
<li><a href="http://9m2pju.blogspot.com/2013/05/how-to-generate-trustedqsl-cert-request.html">http://9m2pju.blogspot.com/2013/05/how-to-generate-trustedqsl-cert-request.html</a></li>
<li><a href="http://9m2pju.blogspot.com/2013/05/how-to-install-issuer-signed-cert-file.html">http://9m2pju.blogspot.com/2013/05/how-to-install-issuer-signed-cert-file.html</a></li>
<li><a href="http://9m2pju.blogspot.com/2013/05/how-to-sign-your-adif-log-with.html">http://9m2pju.blogspot.com/2013/05/how-to-sign-your-adif-log-with.html</a></li>
<li><a href="http://9m2pju.blogspot.com/2013/05/how-to-backup-your-trustedqsl-lotw.html">http://9m2pju.blogspot.com/2013/05/how-to-backup-your-trustedqsl-lotw.html</a></li>
</ol>
<p>The post <a href="https://hamradio.my/2013/05/what-is-logbook-of-the-world-lotw-and-how-to-use-it/">What is Logbook Of The World (LOTW) And How To Use It ?</a> appeared on <a href="https://hamradio.my">Hamradio.my - Amateur Radio, Tech Insights and Product Reviews</a> by <a href="https://hamradio.my/author/9m2pju/">9M2PJU</a>.</p>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 12 May 2013 07:44:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>First, make sure your trustedqsl application is loaded with your issuer signed cert and ready for ADIF signing. If not, visit http://9m2pju.blogspot.com/2013/05/how-to-generate-trustedqsl-cert-request.html http://9m2pju.blogspot.com/2013/05/how-to-install-issuer-signed-cert-file.html Assume that your trustedqsl is ready, first you need to open your application Click on file and sign existing adif or cabrillo file, choose your desired callsign and select your ADIF file [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hamradio.my/2013/05/how-to-sign-your-adif-log-with-trustedqsl-tqsl/">How To Sign Your ADIF Log With TrustedQSL (tQSL)</a> appeared on <a href="https://hamradio.my">Hamradio.my - Amateur Radio, Tech Insights and Product Reviews</a> by <a href="https://hamradio.my/author/9m2pju/">9M2PJU</a>.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>First, make sure your trustedqsl application is loaded with your issuer signed cert and ready for ADIF signing. If not, visit</p>
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<li><a href="http://9m2pju.blogspot.com/2013/05/how-to-generate-trustedqsl-cert-request.html">http://9m2pju.blogspot.com/2013/05/how-to-generate-trustedqsl-cert-request.html</a></li>
<li><a href="http://9m2pju.blogspot.com/2013/05/how-to-install-issuer-signed-cert-file.html">http://9m2pju.blogspot.com/2013/05/how-to-install-issuer-signed-cert-file.html</a></li>
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Assume that your trustedqsl is ready, first you need to open your application</div>
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<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-rD-bfTiu7gw/UY9HKBqydoI/AAAAAAAADIc/-pq15XzLH0k/s1600/tqsl-app.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img  title=""  alt="tqsl-app How To Sign Your ADIF Log With TrustedQSL (tQSL)" loading="lazy" decoding="async" border="0" height="232" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-rD-bfTiu7gw/UY9HKBqydoI/AAAAAAAADIc/-pq15XzLH0k/s320/tqsl-app.png" width="320" /></a></div>
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Click on file and sign existing adif or cabrillo file, choose your desired callsign and select your ADIF file</div>
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<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-BZbtZAXMYWQ/UY9HXd1aNtI/AAAAAAAADIk/lv3BPnrnkoQ/s1600/tqsl-app1.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img  title=""  alt="tqsl-app1 How To Sign Your ADIF Log With TrustedQSL (tQSL)" loading="lazy" decoding="async" border="0" height="232" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-BZbtZAXMYWQ/UY9HXd1aNtI/AAAAAAAADIk/lv3BPnrnkoQ/s320/tqsl-app1.png" width="320" /></a></div>
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Follow the next instructions, you may want to input your certificate password when asked. After that, you can save your signed log anywhere your like.</div>
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<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Q5E691NzZLo/UY9HqQmcIEI/AAAAAAAADIs/KiC1fDAk_M0/s1600/tqsl-app2.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img  title=""  alt="tqsl-app2 How To Sign Your ADIF Log With TrustedQSL (tQSL)" loading="lazy" decoding="async" border="0" height="239" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Q5E691NzZLo/UY9HqQmcIEI/AAAAAAAADIs/KiC1fDAk_M0/s320/tqsl-app2.png" width="320" /></a></div>
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Your signed log now ready to be upload to LOTW website which is&nbsp;<a href="https://lotw.arrl.org/cgi-bin/lotw_page_auth/default">https://lotw.arrl.org/cgi-bin/lotw_page_auth/default</a>
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Hint: tq5 is certificate to be send to the issuer, tq6 is the issuer signed cert and tq8 is the tqsl signed log file.</div>
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<p>The post <a href="https://hamradio.my/2013/05/how-to-sign-your-adif-log-with-trustedqsl-tqsl/">How To Sign Your ADIF Log With TrustedQSL (tQSL)</a> appeared on <a href="https://hamradio.my">Hamradio.my - Amateur Radio, Tech Insights and Product Reviews</a> by <a href="https://hamradio.my/author/9m2pju/">9M2PJU</a>.</p>
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		<title>How To Install Issuer Signed Cert File (TQ6) To TrustedQSL (tQSL)</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 12 May 2013 07:31:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>First, open your tQSL cert application Click on file, and load certificate Choose your tq6 file and follow the next instructions. Once you have done, you will see your callsign without the read cross mark on the medal logo. For more info, please read&#160;http://www.arrl.org/files/file/LoTW%20Instructions/Load%20and%20Save%20Your%20Certificate_731.pdf</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hamradio.my/2013/05/how-to-install-issuer-signed-cert-file-tq6-to-trustedqsl-tqsl/">How To Install Issuer Signed Cert File (TQ6) To TrustedQSL (tQSL)</a> appeared on <a href="https://hamradio.my">Hamradio.my - Amateur Radio, Tech Insights and Product Reviews</a> by <a href="https://hamradio.my/author/9m2pju/">9M2PJU</a>.</p>
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First, open your tQSL cert application</div>
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<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-O2gVLOCbynA/UY9Eo6sTAXI/AAAAAAAADIE/DIOkWwRs-9A/s1600/screenshot_1.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img  title=""  alt="screenshot_1 How To Install Issuer Signed Cert File (TQ6) To TrustedQSL (tQSL)" loading="lazy" decoding="async" border="0" height="284" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-O2gVLOCbynA/UY9Eo6sTAXI/AAAAAAAADIE/DIOkWwRs-9A/s320/screenshot_1.png" width="320" /></a></div>
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Click on file, and load certificate</div>
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<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-NnkYwIBolfY/UY9E60YPfnI/AAAAAAAADIQ/a-eInMlOLM8/s1600/screenshot_2.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img  title=""  alt="screenshot_2 How To Install Issuer Signed Cert File (TQ6) To TrustedQSL (tQSL)" loading="lazy" decoding="async" border="0" height="301" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-NnkYwIBolfY/UY9E60YPfnI/AAAAAAAADIQ/a-eInMlOLM8/s320/screenshot_2.png" width="320" /></a></div>
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Choose your tq6 file and follow the next instructions. Once you have done, you will see your callsign without the read cross mark on the medal logo.</p>
<p>For more info, please read&nbsp;<a href="http://www.arrl.org/files/file/LoTW%20Instructions/Load%20and%20Save%20Your%20Certificate_731.pdf">http://www.arrl.org/files/file/LoTW%20Instructions/Load%20and%20Save%20Your%20Certificate_731.pdf</a></div>
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<p>The post <a href="https://hamradio.my/2013/05/how-to-install-issuer-signed-cert-file-tq6-to-trustedqsl-tqsl/">How To Install Issuer Signed Cert File (TQ6) To TrustedQSL (tQSL)</a> appeared on <a href="https://hamradio.my">Hamradio.my - Amateur Radio, Tech Insights and Product Reviews</a> by <a href="https://hamradio.my/author/9m2pju/">9M2PJU</a>.</p>
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		<title>How To Backup Your TrustedQSL (LOTW) Certificate</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 12 May 2013 07:26:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Saving the tq5 and tq6 file is not a good way to backup your LOTW certificates, you need to export the certificate as pk12 file. &#160;Open tQSL cert application, click as your desired callsign&#8217;s cert to backup Right click on it and click save and save it on your computer. Now you can upload pk12 [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hamradio.my/2013/05/how-to-backup-your-trustedqsl-lotw-certificate/">How To Backup Your TrustedQSL (LOTW) Certificate</a> appeared on <a href="https://hamradio.my">Hamradio.my - Amateur Radio, Tech Insights and Product Reviews</a> by <a href="https://hamradio.my/author/9m2pju/">9M2PJU</a>.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Saving the tq5 and tq6 file is not a good way to backup your LOTW certificates, you need to export the certificate as pk12 file.</p>
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<p>&nbsp;Open tQSL cert application, click as your desired callsign&#8217;s cert to backup</p>
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<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-kuw8PmdwQ20/UY9DC6L2bnI/AAAAAAAADHw/bcTYVTRlIlc/s1600/screenshot_1.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img  title=""  alt="screenshot_1 How To Backup Your TrustedQSL (LOTW) Certificate" loading="lazy" decoding="async" border="0" height="284" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-kuw8PmdwQ20/UY9DC6L2bnI/AAAAAAAADHw/bcTYVTRlIlc/s320/screenshot_1.png" width="320" /></a></div>
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Right click on it and click save and save it on your computer. Now you can upload pk12 file to your servers, or attach it on email.</div>
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<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-SB74aUeOgdg/UY9DrHCAA9I/AAAAAAAADH4/72vyyPudtgI/s1600/screenshot_2.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img  title=""  alt="screenshot_2 How To Backup Your TrustedQSL (LOTW) Certificate" loading="lazy" decoding="async" border="0" height="239" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-SB74aUeOgdg/UY9DrHCAA9I/AAAAAAAADH4/72vyyPudtgI/s320/screenshot_2.png" width="320" /></a></div>
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For more info, please read&nbsp;<a href="http://www.arrl.org/files/file/LoTW%20Instructions/LoTW%20in%20a%20second%20or%20new%20computer_2012_07_31.pdf">http://www.arrl.org/files/file/LoTW%20Instructions/LoTW%20in%20a%20second%20or%20new%20computer_2012_07_31.pdf</a></p>
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		<title>How To Generate TrustedQSL Cert Request File (TQ5) For LOTW</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 12 May 2013 07:14:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>&#160;First you need to download trustedqsl application http://www.arrl.org/files/file/LoTW%20Instructions/tqsl-113.zip for windows http://www.arrl.org/files/file/LoTW%20Instructions/TrustedQSL-1_13-osx.zip for mac http://www.arrl.org/files/file/LoTW%20Instructions/TrustedQSL-1_13_tar.gz for linux (please check your distribution, ubuntu and debian has their own packages for tqsl) Install and you need to create a cert request file. Then you need to send the request file to the certificate issuer.&#160; Open TQSL cert and [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hamradio.my/2013/05/how-to-generate-trustedqsl-cert-request-file-tq5-for-lotw/">How To Generate TrustedQSL Cert Request File (TQ5) For LOTW</a> appeared on <a href="https://hamradio.my">Hamradio.my - Amateur Radio, Tech Insights and Product Reviews</a> by <a href="https://hamradio.my/author/9m2pju/">9M2PJU</a>.</p>
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<p>&nbsp;First you need to download trustedqsl application</p>
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<li><a href="http://www.arrl.org/files/file/LoTW%20Instructions/tqsl-113.zip">http://www.arrl.org/files/file/LoTW%20Instructions/tqsl-113.zip</a> for windows</li>
<li><a href="http://www.arrl.org/files/file/LoTW%20Instructions/TrustedQSL-1_13-osx.zip">http://www.arrl.org/files/file/LoTW%20Instructions/TrustedQSL-1_13-osx.zip</a> for mac</li>
<li><a href="http://www.arrl.org/files/file/LoTW%20Instructions/TrustedQSL-1_13_tar.gz">http://www.arrl.org/files/file/LoTW%20Instructions/TrustedQSL-1_13_tar.gz</a> for linux (please check your distribution, ubuntu and debian has their own packages for tqsl)</li>
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Install and you need to create a cert request file. Then you need to send the request file to the certificate issuer.&nbsp;</div>
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<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-B2jXO_QTvRA/UY8_ZLZa_ZI/AAAAAAAADHY/5c_9i5398nU/s1600/screenshot_1.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img  title=""  alt="screenshot_1 How To Generate TrustedQSL Cert Request File (TQ5) For LOTW" loading="lazy" decoding="async" border="0" height="286" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-B2jXO_QTvRA/UY8_ZLZa_ZI/AAAAAAAADHY/5c_9i5398nU/s320/screenshot_1.png" width="320" /></a></div>
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Open TQSL cert and generate you first cert.</div>
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<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-MEjO4A97wCw/UY88AQdXmuI/AAAAAAAADGk/jsVplJwHJOU/s1600/screenshot_2.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img  title=""  alt="screenshot_2 How To Generate TrustedQSL Cert Request File (TQ5) For LOTW" loading="lazy" decoding="async" border="0" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-MEjO4A97wCw/UY88AQdXmuI/AAAAAAAADGk/jsVplJwHJOU/s320/screenshot_2.png" width="259" /></a></div>
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Enter your callsign, dxcc entry and also QSO begin and end time, or just leave blank for end time.<b> Do not use the default QSO begin time, you need to edit this value.</b></div>
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<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FXi7nRI0gQ8/UY88Bj6Og8I/AAAAAAAADGs/TC4Ohbd6Aco/s1600/screenshot_3.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img  title=""  alt="screenshot_3 How To Generate TrustedQSL Cert Request File (TQ5) For LOTW" loading="lazy" decoding="async" border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FXi7nRI0gQ8/UY88Bj6Og8I/AAAAAAAADGs/TC4Ohbd6Aco/s320/screenshot_3.png" width="261" /></a></div>
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Enter your email address</div>
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<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-okpdQgwyBow/UY88Ch3azCI/AAAAAAAADG0/55qlOW2fp5w/s1600/screenshot_4.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img  title=""  alt="screenshot_4 How To Generate TrustedQSL Cert Request File (TQ5) For LOTW" loading="lazy" decoding="async" border="0" height="320" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-okpdQgwyBow/UY88Ch3azCI/AAAAAAAADG0/55qlOW2fp5w/s320/screenshot_4.png" width="262" /></a></div>
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Enter password to protect you private key for this cert.</div>
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<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-dsTZKxwvODA/UY88DlI63EI/AAAAAAAADG8/sUpLC9dNlh4/s1600/screenshot_5.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img  title=""  alt="screenshot_5 How To Generate TrustedQSL Cert Request File (TQ5) For LOTW" loading="lazy" decoding="async" border="0" height="320" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-dsTZKxwvODA/UY88DlI63EI/AAAAAAAADG8/sUpLC9dNlh4/s320/screenshot_5.png" width="262" /></a></div>
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Check Unsigned, and save you cert (.tq5) file to your computer. Now your first certificate request file is ready to be send.</div>
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<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-SY1ngusj76Q/UY8_QVpEtUI/AAAAAAAADHQ/LWqOd3Kjn3k/s1600/screenshot_6.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img  title=""  alt="screenshot_6 How To Generate TrustedQSL Cert Request File (TQ5) For LOTW" loading="lazy" decoding="async" border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-SY1ngusj76Q/UY8_QVpEtUI/AAAAAAAADHQ/LWqOd3Kjn3k/s320/screenshot_6.png" width="261" /></a></div>
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<p>For more information about logbook of the world (LOTW), please read</p>
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<ol>
<li><a href="http://www.arrl.org/files/file/LoTW%20Instructions/Requesting%20Your%20Certificate.pdf">http://www.arrl.org/files/file/LoTW%20Instructions/Requesting%20Your%20Certificate.pdf</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.arrl.org/instructions">http://www.arrl.org/instructions</a></li>
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<p>The post <a href="https://hamradio.my/2013/05/how-to-generate-trustedqsl-cert-request-file-tq5-for-lotw/">How To Generate TrustedQSL Cert Request File (TQ5) For LOTW</a> appeared on <a href="https://hamradio.my">Hamradio.my - Amateur Radio, Tech Insights and Product Reviews</a> by <a href="https://hamradio.my/author/9m2pju/">9M2PJU</a>.</p>
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