Contest Logging Software for Beginners

In another post I am comparing many aspects of several logging programs. Eventually each will be compared feature by feature.

I already use N3FJP software so am familiar with it. I decided to try out N1MM to learn its advantages.

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March 8th, 2008 | Posted in Software | 1 Comment

N3FJP Software Shortcuts

Someone asked the N3FJP email reflector what the keyboard shortcuts for the state logging programs are.

The answer is handy to have and here it is…

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March 7th, 2008 | Posted in Software | No Comments

FAQ VAQP Logging Programs

Question:
Which logging program should I consider?

Answer:
Just for the record printable log sheets are available on the www.w4va.org web site if you are only going to make a few QSOs.

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March 7th, 2008 | Posted in FAQ, Software | 2 Comments

N3FJP State QSO Party Log

Before I start I have to admit I am a big fan of the whole N3FJP suite of programs. Created by Scott, N3FJP, these programs share a core base almost ten years old. This is not free software, but at $6, $10 or $40 takes all, these might as well be free. I use the ACLog, FDLog, FDNet and all the contest loggers with amazing success. So now I must remove my bias and see how this program stacks up. First though let’s explore the contest logger for the Virginia QSO Party v.1.2.

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January 29th, 2008 | Posted in Software | No Comments