"The beautiful thing about learning is that no one can take it away from you."

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First things first

Here are a few things that you should know before you even get started looking for a telescope.

Words you should know

Just some of the basic terminology that you should know the meaning of. If you were going to start getting information on telescopes, it would be good to understand the following words.

Types of telescopes

Refractor? Reflector? German Equatorial? Here's where you can find a description on what each type of telescope and mount is.

Where to buy a telescope

There are good places to buy a telescope, and bad places to buy a telescope. Wouldn't you like to know where to go, and where to avoid?
 

 

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