Amateur radio, commonly known as ham radio, is a regulated pursuit and public service in which licensed individuals use allocated radio frequencies to connect with fellow operators worldwide.
This is achieved through methods such as voice transmission, Morse code, digital protocols, and satellite relays, primarily for recreational purposes, technological innovation, critical emergency support, and honing expertise in radio operations.
Put another way, Ham radio (or amateur radio) is a licensed hobby and service of using designated radio frequency bands to communicate with other enthusiasts worldwide through voice, Morse code, digital modes, or satellite, often for fun, experimentation, emergency communications, and technical skill-building.
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