Becoming a Ham Radio Operator
You need a license to operate an amateur radio station, but it's not difficult to do. The entry-level tests are crafted to give you the tools you need to operate a station properly, stay within the rules, and be on the path to years of ham radio fun.
ARRL, the National Association for Amateur Radio in the United States, has an excellent Web site (http://www.hello-radio.org) for those interested in getting started in amateur radio. The ARRL's main Web site (www.arrl.org) has news and information about current events in amateur radio, and it's a very informative site to bookmark.
The Gordon West Radio School (http://www.gordonwestradioschool.com) is the best-known center for classes and learning materials for prospective radio amateurs. His books and CDs are written in an easy-to-understand, straightforward manner, and you'll get a broad exposure to the many interesting facets of amateur radio that await your exploration.
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