Ham Radio for Dummies
by H. Ward Silver

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Summary of Ham Radio for Dummies

Find out about ham radio, prepare for your license, and join the fun!

Hams do cool things like talking to folks around the world and helping with communications during emergencies. If hamming it up sounds like fun, here's the scoop, including licensing requirements and how to set up a station. And if you're already licensed, this book will help you start sounding (and feeling) like a pro!

The Dummies Way

• Explanations in plain English
• "Get in, get out" information
• Icons and other navigational aids
• Tear-out cheat sheet
• Top ten lists
• A dash of humor and fun

Discover how to:

• Understand ham jargon
• Communicate on the air
• Prepare for the license exam
• Set up a radio shack
• Help in an emergency or natural disaster
• Be a ham on the go

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