Questions: I have often wondered why they are called pilot stations. That sounds like they are the early experimental ones? Or does that mean something else?
What is the real difference between using SMTP vs Winlink 2000's network? What does it mean for the users? It would seem that going through the HFLink system and then the Winlink 2000 system would add unnecessary layers of complexity to a very complex system and internet routing. What does it mean when you say "according to the needs and availability of the resource"? 73, Rick, KV9U expeditionradio wrote: > Hi Jeff, > > The HFN Pilot Stations (Global ALE High Frequency Network) provide > HF-to-HF relay of text messages, Winlink two-way text email, as well > as SMTP outgoing-only text email, and control-op keyboarding. It is up > to the originating operator to pick which method to use, according to > the needs and availability of the resource. > > Bonnie VR2/KQ6XA > >
