Question
Which of the following file formats is used for exchanging amateur radio log data?
Answer Options
- A) NEC
- B) ARLD
- C) ADIF
- D) OCF
Correct Answer: C
Explanation
Amateur radio operators use electronic logging programs to manage their contacts. To facilitate the exchange of this contact information between different logging programs, for use in award applications (like DXCC or WAS), or for electronic log submission (like Logbook of The World), a standard file format is necessary. This standard ensures interoperability between various software platforms.
The universally recognized file format for exchanging amateur radio log data is ADIF (Amateur Data Interchange Format). This structured format contains all the necessary data fields (call sign, frequency, mode, time, date, etc.) and allows operators to easily import and export their contact information regardless of the specific software they use.
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