The pace of change in the world is incredible and it continues to
increase. For a lot of people, especially those who have been able to
live much of their lives in a relatively stable niche, complacency adds
stability. D-Star is very different and for that reason alone makes many
people uncomfortable.
As I've promoted D-Star, I've discovered that some Hams don't care what
it can do, they just don't like it. No amount of rational explanation
about technology and the usefulness of its features will overcome a
purely emotional resistance. In such cases, I've discovered that my time
is more productive focusing on people who are interested, but need
additional information.
Bert KE4FOV
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Sent: Sunday, May 16, 2010 4:33 AM
All I sometimes get when I do talks about it, is "What's the
point?! Why bother?"
After a few extra questions and further exploration into their
supposed disbelief, it usually comes out at the end; "after all, its too
expensive..."
I think jealousy is a prevailing trait with many, that is, until
one day they pop up on the mode...
Neil G7EBY.
