> It might do a few neat things like the automatic upload to LOTW, > but the overall user interface is very poor. DX4WIN excels in many > key areas such as its fast and reliable database, user ergonomics, > integration with a wide variety of radios and assessories, etc.
I don't normally get into "logger wars" but can't let this pass. Every logger has unique features in its user interface that some like and that others despise. However, DXKeeper's user interface is one of the best - hands down - user ergonomics are superb. DXLab Suite uses a multiple application interface so many of the "features" - particularly integration with transceivers and accessories - are found in other parts of the "suite". This provides the opportunity for the user to learn one piece of the suite at a time and install only those features he/she needs. It also allows its developer to improve one feature without the risk of breaking others. 73, ... Joe, W4TV On 1/7/2013 1:43 PM, [email protected] wrote:
I would think twice before jumping to DxLab. I have one friend who uses it, and I have downloaded and installed it several times. But I am not impressed. It might do a few neat things like the automatic upload to LOTW, but the overall user interface is very poor. DX4WIN excels in many key areas such as its fast and reliable database, user ergonomics, integration with a wide variety of radios and assessories, etc. I have always felt that DX4WIN is an operator's logging program. I have even tried DxBase once or twice and always quickly migrated back to DX4WIN. As mentioned, Jim's commitment to keeping the databases up to date is also unmatched with any other program. And his many useful utilities such as the Lotw to DX4WIN comparison application are all added benefits. DX4WIN's relative weaknesses are on the reporting side. It doesn't fully support the online DXCC applications process and Lotw uploads could be improved. The Submission report cannot be exported to ADIF format. There would always be plenty of other enhancements that could be added, but Paul seems content to keep the program stable at this point in time. Sometimes stability and realiability are not all bad! But yes, I would like to see Paul work on some enhancements and take more input and feedback from his users. By the way, I recently tried to uninstall DxLab after testing it for a few days, and it would not uninstall properly! So I guess you get what you pay for! Dave, N4QS ----- Original Message ----- From: "Dick Flanagan" <[email protected]> To: "DX4WIN Reflector" <[email protected]> Sent: Monday, January 7, 2013 12:06:34 AM Subject: [Dx4win] LOTW Support As a long-time user of DX4WIN (since V2.0) it pains me to say I am considering changing to DXLab because of its apparently seamless integration with LOTW. DX4WIN V8 was released over three years ago, with the V8.05 being released two years ago. Does anyone know if DX4WIN V9 will be adding more LOTW support? Has anyone heard if there will even be a V9? Dick
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