• KD8NJZ

    by Published on Thu 30th Jun 2011 14:42

    Social Networking on sites like Facebook, Twitter, and down the pike “Google+” is a fact of life in today’s society. However, as Ham Radio Operators, I think we can all agree that Amateur Radio far outdates all of these platforms in terms of exchanging information, building social networks and friendships.

    This does not exclude the fact that more modern advances in social networking and communication can augment our hobby. Facebook and Twitter have been used by countless Hams across the world to further connect when we can’t manage an on-air QSO. In this article we’ll look at Twitter.com in particular, and how Hams across the world are using it to connect with each other. ...
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