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Is it “dumbing down” or increasing complexity? Back in 1960 when I was first licensed I was young and had a much quicker brain and felt I understood tubes, transistors, and RF circuitry sufficient enough to build and operate my Heathkit station. As time went on and Med school, family obligations, and career took over most of my life I honestly tried to keep up but if you want to understand and use much of what is available today you probably need an engineering degree or the equivalent. Sorry if I am now classed as an appliance operator. I would probably even flunk that title as there is so much more in each of my rigs that I don’t understand........ but I am still having fun and enjoy these varied .io groups. Call me what you will. This is supposed to be a hobby and a hobby is supposed to redirect your mind and heart away from the trials and tribulations of every day life. Ham radio still does that for me. Maybe we need new classes of license: Appliance Operator, Appliance Operator with CW, etc.

Dave K8WPE

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