I was first licensed back in the 90s, but got busy with life and let my license lapse. A few years ago, I got interested again (seems common), so I got my license again and upgraded to general.
I bought my first HF rig this month, but it sits in a box until I get a chance to build an antenna. I'm planning on building a fan dipole for the attic.
Also interested in digital radio and all things Linux. I run nothing but Linux now for computers and phone. \m/
@w9nap
My PinePhone was just delivered last Friday. I haven't really had a chance to play with it yet, but that's my first Linux phone. I'm hoping to make the switch permanent, but I don't know how well it would work with my provider (Google Fi). What phone and Linux combo are you running?
@KN4BKO I'm running a Nexus 5 with Ubuntu Touch. I was hesitant to try it, thinking it'd be unstable. Apart from some clunky UI, it seems very solid on this device. It's my daily driver. I have most of my must-haves: syncing of contacts/calendars to my nextcloud server, telegram etc. But it doesn't purport to be a full replacement for iOS: text editing window isn't as slick, camera is mediocre, issues playing some video formats, etc.
I made the jump for privacy, and I think I'm much safer now.
@w9nap
A warm welcome here w9nap! Back to your old love, the hamradio. Very recognizable for many operators...
73 from the Netherlands.