Ham radio, also known as amateur radio, is a hobby and service involving licensed operators using specific radio frequencies to communicate with each other via voice, Morse code, or digital signals. This hobby provides a way to learn about radio technology, communication, and electronics, while also contributing to emergency communications and international goodwill.
Ham Radio (aka Amateur Radio) operators come from all walks of life, from movie stars to politicians and just plane every day folks.
Some hams are attracted by the ability to communicate across the country, around the globe, or even with astronauts on space missions. Others may like to build and experiment with electronics.
The short answer is, yes. You need a license from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to operate ham radio. There are different license classes, with the Technician class being the entry-level license.
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