... The software for downloading the AE and Dst data does not have a radio button 'go' or 'submit'. ... Sometimes, we see strange data (spikes and step like level changes) in the QL-Dst. ... QL-Dst is derived from very noisy data, which is caused by local noise near the observatory. ... However, QL-Dst is made from one magnetometer, step like level changes are usually caused by change of a magnetometer. ... QL-Dst is for quick look use and urgent monitor of the geomagnetic activity. ...