Ham radio guides
Plain-English guides, from getting licensed to your first contact and beyond.
Getting Started
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Making Your First Contact
Step-by-step guide to making your first QSO (radio contact), including what to say and common procedures.
What is Ham Radio?
An introduction to amateur radio: what it is, why people do it, and how you can get started with this rewarding hobby.
Your First Radio: What to Buy
A practical guide to choosing your first ham radio, from budget handhelds to HF transceivers.