True that all modern ham-digital modes can be decoded on a bare-bones PC. However its the software suite that provides rig control, spotting, digital modes, logging, propagation, kitchen sink, fast food order status, etc etc etc is what makes even a modest computer turn into a chuggy drive-thrashing monster. You add any Panadapter software to this mix and you need a modern gaming machine to keep up.
I used to only use a netbook in the shack. Then I needed more horsepower for the software. Now I have a desktop with 2 monitors and I still (at times) need more horsepower. Frank KG6EYC Currently with 2 monitors and /still/ need more desktop real-estate! ______________________________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:[email protected] This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
