How do you use Drones?

[Raging Deadstar]

Usually I use them for Homeworld Defence. One Large cargo station filled to the brim with drones, any enemy ship enters the system or attacks the planet they get swarmed, it's great when combined with fighters/weapons platforms or missiles as the drones distract and waste the enemy's fire. It's usually good for one shot, which is all you should really need if you keep your homeworld defended