What is amateur radio? Difference between CB and HAM radio? Why is it a good idea to learn how to use them?
What is Amateur Radio? Amateur radio, often called "ham radio," is a popular hobby and service that brings people, electronics, and communication together. People use ham radio to talk across town, around the world, or even into space, all without the Internet or cell phones. It's a non-commercial, non-broadcast form of radio communication where licensed operators (often called "hams") use specific frequencies allocated by the government to communicate. These frequencies are part of the radio spectrum, which is divided into bands with different characteristics, allowing for different types of communication, from local VHF and UHF bands to long-distance HF bands. Ham radio operators have access to a wide range of frequencies, allowing them to communicate using voice, Morse code, digital modes, and even television. The primary purpose of amateur radio is to exchange information, improve communication skills, and provide emergency communication in times...