Each to their own

I read with interest the Field of View article in the February 2020 issue regarding remote astronomy, in particular the comment relating to “opposition from some quarters”. Although I’ve not had the pleasure of indulging in remote astronomy, I think it’s a brilliant concept, giving access to professional grade equipment from some of the darkest skies on Earth, all from the comfort of your home – thousands of miles away in most cases. I can only imagine those folk who oppose such an idea are of a similar mindset to those who think, for example, that using image manipulation programs to get the very best from an astro image is cheating. Whatever one’s hobby, is it not best to use whatever technology is available to augment, improve and enhance one’s skills and enjoyment, often at a very reasonable price, and sometimes, totally free?

Rich Broome, via email