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Stellarium + netbook
I loaded Stellarium on my netbook and took it outside. I find it a lot easier to use than a paper star chart. Not only does it glow in the dark, but zooming in and out is a great way to match unaided and binocular views. And with a netbook you can wander around like it's a book.
I was looking in particular for Sigma Octantis, and hey presto, there it was. OK it took a few goes, but at least I know what to look for now.
A pretty neat way to learn the sky.
Tim
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