Comments on: The lost art of Morse code http://www.geeksaresexy.net/2008/10/21/the-lost-art-of-morse-code/ tech, science, news and social issues for geeks Tue, 14 Feb 2012 03:56:23 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v= By: Tedstodhttp://www.geeksaresexy.net/2008/10/21/the-lost-art-of-morse-code/#comment-303296 Tedstod Thu, 30 Jun 2011 14:58:00 +0000 http://www.geeksaresexy.net/?p=6546#comment-303296 I learned Morse as an Aviation Radioman in the Navy back in WWII.  We qualified at about 25 wpm (5-letter code groups) using a key with a vertical grip on it in case you were wearing gloves.  Consequently, I can barely read high speed bugs, but the Code is fixed in my brain -- so much so that I still hear the letters when I'm reading signs and license plates.  My first computer had a CW oscillator in it that allowed you to send Morse -- that should be revived.  Is there a Web site for Morse users? I learned Morse as an Aviation Radioman in the Navy back in WWII.  We qualified at about 25 wpm (5-letter code groups) using a key with a vertical grip on it in case you were wearing gloves.  Consequently, I can barely read high speed bugs, but the Code is fixed in my brain — so much so that I still hear the letters when I'm reading signs and license plates.  My first computer had a CW oscillator in it that allowed you to send Morse — that should be revived.  Is there a Web site for Morse users?

]]> By: Tedstodhttp://www.geeksaresexy.net/2008/10/21/the-lost-art-of-morse-code/#comment-303298 Tedstod Thu, 30 Jun 2011 14:58:00 +0000 http://www.geeksaresexy.net/?p=6546#comment-303298 I learned Morse as an Aviation Radioman in the Navy back in WWII.  We qualified at about 25 wpm (5-letter code groups) using a key with a vertical grip on it in case you were wearing gloves.  Consequently, I can barely read high speed bugs, but the Code is fixed in my brain -- so much so that I still hear the letters when I'm reading signs and license plates.  My first computer had a CW oscillator in it that allowed you to send Morse -- that should be revived.  Is there a Web site for Morse users? I learned Morse as an Aviation Radioman in the Navy back in WWII.  We qualified at about 25 wpm (5-letter code groups) using a key with a vertical grip on it in case you were wearing gloves.  Consequently, I can barely read high speed bugs, but the Code is fixed in my brain — so much so that I still hear the letters when I’m reading signs and license plates.  My first computer had a CW oscillator in it that allowed you to send Morse — that should be revived.  Is there a Web site for Morse users?

]]> By: Mary NJhttp://www.geeksaresexy.net/2008/10/21/the-lost-art-of-morse-code/#comment-230415 Mary NJ Fri, 12 Feb 2010 21:23:00 +0000 http://www.geeksaresexy.net/?p=6546#comment-230415 I love Morse Code. I was a Morse Operator in the USAF for around 10 years - that was over 20 years ago. The reason I found this site is I was looking for some practice. - My ears perk up every time I hear a dit. I grab a pen or pencil and start writing. Watching TV, the old cartoons (Bugs, Popeye) they sent real code; in the movies... not so much. - It saddens me to know its considered obsolete by so many. It wouldn't surprise me if while our INTELL is so progressive and computerized etc - BinLaden has been using the antiquated Morse Code as his mode of comms and why he's been so successful. - Now, someone send me some Code.... is there a site where I can hear it live? Really, I'm Jonesin'. Tnx for listening. I love Morse Code. I was a Morse Operator in the USAF for around 10 years – that was over 20 years ago. The reason I found this site is I was looking for some practice.

– My ears perk up every time I hear a dit. I grab a pen or pencil and start writing. Watching TV, the old cartoons (Bugs, Popeye) they sent real code; in the movies… not so much.

– It saddens me to know its considered obsolete by so many. It wouldn't surprise me if while our INTELL is so progressive and computerized etc – BinLaden has been using the antiquated Morse Code as his mode of comms and why he's been so successful.

– Now, someone send me some Code…. is there a site where I can hear it live? Really, I'm Jonesin'.

Tnx for listening.

]]> By: Mary NJhttp://www.geeksaresexy.net/2008/10/21/the-lost-art-of-morse-code/#comment-269040 Mary NJ Fri, 12 Feb 2010 20:23:00 +0000 http://www.geeksaresexy.net/?p=6546#comment-269040 I love Morse Code. I was a Morse Operator in the USAF for around 10 years - that was over 20 years ago. The reason I found this site is I was looking for some practice. - My ears perk up every time I hear a dit. I grab a pen or pencil and start writing. Watching TV, the old cartoons (Bugs, Popeye) they sent real code; in the movies... not so much. - It saddens me to know its considered obsolete by so many. It wouldn't surprise me if while our INTELL is so progressive and computerized etc - BinLaden has been using the antiquated Morse Code as his mode of comms and why he's been so successful. - Now, someone send me some Code.... is there a site where I can hear it live? Really, I'm Jonesin'. Tnx for listening. I love Morse Code. I was a Morse Operator in the USAF for around 10 years – that was over 20 years ago. The reason I found this site is I was looking for some practice.
– My ears perk up every time I hear a dit. I grab a pen or pencil and start writing. Watching TV, the old cartoons (Bugs, Popeye) they sent real code; in the movies… not so much.
– It saddens me to know its considered obsolete by so many. It wouldn’t surprise me if while our INTELL is so progressive and computerized etc – BinLaden has been using the antiquated Morse Code as his mode of comms and why he’s been so successful.
– Now, someone send me some Code…. is there a site where I can hear it live? Really, I’m Jonesin’.
Tnx for listening.

]]> By: Frank Dhttp://www.geeksaresexy.net/2008/10/21/the-lost-art-of-morse-code/#comment-143123 Frank D Sat, 21 Mar 2009 02:49:00 +0000 http://www.geeksaresexy.net/?p=6546#comment-143123 I had to work long an hard to learn the code. I took the amateur license tests back when the FCC actually gave them. I eventually got the opportunity to go to sea as a commercial radio operator. This was before GMDSS, enjoyed the experiance and regret the loss of the Radio Officer position on ships. However, I don't think there is any going back for the world. I believe that the human condition is at a point now that it is likely impossible for people to learn morse, no sense of committment and inability to focus. Thanks; Frank D I had to work long an hard to learn the code. I took the amateur license tests back when the FCC actually gave them. I eventually got the opportunity to go to sea as a commercial radio operator. This was before GMDSS, enjoyed the experiance and regret the loss of the Radio Officer position on ships. However, I don't think there is any going back for the world. I believe that the human condition is at a point now that it is likely impossible for people to learn morse, no sense of committment and inability to focus.

Thanks;

Frank D

]]> By: Frank Dhttp://www.geeksaresexy.net/2008/10/21/the-lost-art-of-morse-code/#comment-269039 Frank D Sat, 21 Mar 2009 02:49:00 +0000 http://www.geeksaresexy.net/?p=6546#comment-269039 I had to work long an hard to learn the code. I took the amateur license tests back when the FCC actually gave them. I eventually got the opportunity to go to sea as a commercial radio operator. This was before GMDSS, enjoyed the experiance and regret the loss of the Radio Officer position on ships. However, I don't think there is any going back for the world. I believe that the human condition is at a point now that it is likely impossible for people to learn morse, no sense of committment and inability to focus.Thanks; Frank D I had to work long an hard to learn the code. I took the amateur license tests back when the FCC actually gave them. I eventually got the opportunity to go to sea as a commercial radio operator. This was before GMDSS, enjoyed the experiance and regret the loss of the Radio Officer position on ships. However, I don’t think there is any going back for the world. I believe that the human condition is at a point now that it is likely impossible for people to learn morse, no sense of committment and inability to focus.

Thanks;
Frank D

]]> By: Lisahttp://www.geeksaresexy.net/2008/10/21/the-lost-art-of-morse-code/#comment-112217 Lisa Wed, 22 Oct 2008 15:13:00 +0000 http://www.geeksaresexy.net/?p=6546#comment-112217 I used to know it. Heck, I even had my ham radio license, but I let it lapse years ago. I used to know it. Heck, I even had my ham radio license, but I let it lapse years ago.

]]> By: Lisahttp://www.geeksaresexy.net/2008/10/21/the-lost-art-of-morse-code/#comment-269038 Lisa Wed, 22 Oct 2008 15:13:00 +0000 http://www.geeksaresexy.net/?p=6546#comment-269038 I used to know it. Heck, I even had my ham radio license, but I let it lapse years ago. I used to know it. Heck, I even had my ham radio license, but I let it lapse years ago.

]]> By: Adamhttp://www.geeksaresexy.net/2008/10/21/the-lost-art-of-morse-code/#comment-112136 Adam Wed, 22 Oct 2008 04:31:00 +0000 http://www.geeksaresexy.net/?p=6546#comment-112136 If you're doing morse code, why not take the next step and get your ham license! Even though it's not required for a license anymore (I don't know code, yet) it's still heavily used on the air. -Adam If you're doing morse code, why not take the next step and get your ham license!

Even though it's not required for a license anymore (I don't know code, yet) it's still heavily used on the air.

-Adam

]]> By: Adamhttp://www.geeksaresexy.net/2008/10/21/the-lost-art-of-morse-code/#comment-269037 Adam Wed, 22 Oct 2008 04:31:00 +0000 http://www.geeksaresexy.net/?p=6546#comment-269037 If you're doing morse code, why not take the next step and get your ham license!Even though it's not required for a license anymore (I don't know code, yet) it's still heavily used on the air.-Adam If you’re doing morse code, why not take the next step and get your ham license!

Even though it’s not required for a license anymore (I don’t know code, yet) it’s still heavily used on the air.

-Adam

]]> By: John Giottahttp://www.geeksaresexy.net/2008/10/21/the-lost-art-of-morse-code/#comment-112074 John Giotta Tue, 21 Oct 2008 21:02:00 +0000 http://www.geeksaresexy.net/?p=6546#comment-112074 I've always wanted to do a morse code SMS application. iPhones are too expensive though. Maybe I'll try to get an Android as long as I can convince myself to sign another cell contract. I've always wanted to do a morse code SMS application. iPhones are too expensive though. Maybe I'll try to get an Android as long as I can convince myself to sign another cell contract.

]]> By: John Giottahttp://www.geeksaresexy.net/2008/10/21/the-lost-art-of-morse-code/#comment-269036 John Giotta Tue, 21 Oct 2008 21:02:00 +0000 http://www.geeksaresexy.net/?p=6546#comment-269036 I've always wanted to do a morse code SMS application. iPhones are too expensive though. Maybe I'll try to get an Android as long as I can convince myself to sign another cell contract. I’ve always wanted to do a morse code SMS application. iPhones are too expensive though. Maybe I’ll try to get an Android as long as I can convince myself to sign another cell contract.

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