Steering straight

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Autopilot systems have turned into computerized helmsmen on inboard-, outboard-, and stern-driven boats. The systems are particularly useful during bad weather, when a helmsman is prone to mistakes due to fatigue from manual steering.

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Steering clear

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Boating autopilots have gotten much more sophisticated the past few years, though they have also increased in price. A systems upgrade is much less expensive than a new system though. The latest in autopilot equipment is described.

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Sky high

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More boating enthusiasts are subscribing to satellite telephone services. The latest satellite hardware and software promise to make voice, fax and data transmission simpler and more efficient for boaters.

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