Don't forget this is optional software
Just wanted to point out that HRD is optional software for Hams to use. All the functions that HRD provides can be had with the basic radio and alternative software. So even if HRD stops working for a HAM that should not prevent vital services from being provided in an emergency.
The real problem that Hams have with HRD is that it is a great bit of SW kit that the original programmer released as a labor of love, and he freely gave it out to the Ham community. The HAM community really hated to see the project go private, and many never really forgave the current owners in making them pay for what they use to get for free. While I understand the sentiment, it is a pity that many fail to understand that there would be no HRD extensions to new gear if the developers had not picked it up. That said, it was dumb that they blackballed customers. It would have been much better for them to just offer the disgruntled customers their money back. So bottom line, Kudo's for HRD for keeping the program alive and doing the right thing. And lets all hope that Mr Ruhl's diabetes improves due to his new opportunities outside HRD.
Biting the hand that feeds IT
