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    • Everyday operating7
      • Ragchewing
      • Nets
      • DXing
      • DX etiquette and split operation
      • Contesting
      • Awards and certificates
      • Logging and contest software
    • Portable and outdoors5
    • Space and the sky6
    • Weak-signal and microwaves4
    • Direction finding2
    • Experimenting and technology4
  • Emergency and public service
  • Safety, interference and compliance
  • Tools, tables and references

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Compendium › Things to do with amateur radio › Everyday operating

Everyday operating

The core of the hobby.

RagchewingConversation as a hobby.NetsScheduled on-air gatherings.DXingChasing distant stations.DX etiquette and split operationWorking a pile-up.ContestingTimed competitions: rules, strategy and scoring.Awards and certificatesDXCC, WAS, WAC and more.Logging and contest softwareKeeping track and avoiding dupes.

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