Amateur radio, also known as ham radio, is the use of radio frequency
spectrum for purposes of non-commercial exchange of messages,
wireless experimentation, self-training, private recreation, radiosport,
contesting, and emergency communications. The term "amateur" is used
to specify "a duly authorised person interested in radioelectric practice
with a purely personal aim and without pecuniary interest;" and to
differentiate it from commercial broadcasting, public safety (such as police
and fire), or professional two-way radio services (such as maritime,
aviation, taxis, etc.).
A license can usually be aquired
in the Defcon HAM Radio Villiage
upon successful completion of a
knowledge test.
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