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An Overview of the Three Types of Telescope

Generally there are really 3 main different types of telescope you can buy currently, each one with their particular number of strengths and shortcomings. These types are refracting telescopes, reflecting telescopes (Newtonian), and Catadioptric (or Compound) telescopes. Continue reading

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About Buying a Telescope

Quite possibly the most typical oversight buyers make when considering shopping for their initial telescope happens to be concentrating merely on the magnification associated with the telescope. The reality is the magnification just isn’t nearly as essential as the aperture. Continue reading

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The Best Times and Places for Stargazing

Stargazing is definitely an enjoyable hobby that can really be enjoyed by anyone. However numerous people seem to be confused as to where and when the ideal locations and times to go are. Below are a number of guidelines that will, with any luck, clear some of this confusion. Continue reading

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