[arm-allstar] HamVoip again needs your support in 2020 -- Paypal link

[David McGough]

Here is another version of the Paypal link that'll hopefully get through 
the mailing list filter software:

https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=V5W6MMQ3UKJAS


73, David KB4FXC


On Sat, 7 Dec 2019, "Doug Crompton via ARM-allstar" wrote:

> Dear HamVoIP users,
> 
> 2019 has been an incredible year of growth and improvements for the HamVoIP
> software distribution, with a remarkable increase in the number of
> international users. This year has seen many major software updates,
> primarily focused on improving the stability of asterisk and related
> software. We've had success! HamVoip now has the best software reliability
> ever!
> 
> 2019 has also been the year of the Raspberry Pi 4B, which we fully support.
> The RPi4B release changed our direction somewhat, including eliminating the
> need for a Rock64 software port; the RPi4B having even more performance at
> the same price and realistically leaving the stand-alone PC platform all
> but obsolete.  Many users are migrating to and looking for cloud-hosted
> solutions. To help meet this need, the HamVoIP Pi Farm is being introduced,
> using RPi4B hardware.
> 
> Along with the increase in numbers of users, we've also found unexpected
> infrastructure problems that needed solutions. Some of these issues were
> fixed by adding more global service availability. So, in addition to the
> six US-based hosting locations, HamVoIP has recently added new hosting
> servers in Singapore and Germany. More will be added as we identify
> regional problems. HamVoIP is truly becoming global and we are dedicated to
> provide the best service possible throughout the world!
> 
> Many international and even an increasing number of domestic users are
> having DNS problems due to ISP filtering. We've spent months studying these
> issues and considering long term solutions. Recently, we found a solution,
> based on the ideas behind DNSCrypt. The updated software is nearing the
> point of full release, with announcements forthcoming.
> 
> By early 2020, we're expecting to have a full roll-out of updated
> registration services and other core systems for users. Once these updates
> are complete, the development focus will again be on adding features to the
> core app_rpt software. There is a LONG wish and TODO list!
> 
> In 2019, our out of pocket expenses for our servers and development are
> continuing to increase, at more than $500 a month or $6000 a year. In 2018
> we asked for donations to help with this cost. Many donors stepped forward,
> and this was a GREAT help!
> 
> We're again asking for your donations to help with our infrastructure
> costs.  Here is a link do the HamVoIP donations page, via Paypal.  We
> GREATLY appreciate your continued support!
> 
> https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin
> 
> There is also a link for donations on the hamvoip.org web page.
> 
> HAMVOIP is not a 501c3 organization and due to the new tax laws in most
> filing cases your donation would not be deductible even if we were a
> non-profit.
> 
> Thank you for your past and continued support of HAMVOIP. We look forward
> to providing you the best service possible in the coming year. Have a great
> holiday season and a very Happy New Year!
> 
> The HAMVOIP team
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