Getting Licensed
How to Get Your Technician License: A Complete Beginner's Guide
Everything you need to know about passing the Technician exam and getting your first amateur radio license — from...
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Equipment & Gear
HF Transceiver Buying Guide: What to Look For Before You Buy
Choosing your first or next HF transceiver can be overwhelming. This guide breaks down the key specs and features that...
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Operating Techniques
SSB Operating Basics: How to Make Your First HF Voice Contact
Single Sideband (SSB) is the dominant voice mode on HF. Learn proper procedures, phonetics, and etiquette to make...
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Frequencies & Bands
Understanding the HF Bands: A Guide to 160m Through 10m
Each HF band has unique propagation characteristics and best-use cases. Learn when and why to use each band for local,...
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DX & Contesting
DX Chasing for Beginners: How to Start Working the World
DXing — making contacts with distant or rare stations — is one of ham radio's most exciting pursuits. Here's how to...
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Community & Events
Ham Radio Field Day: What It Is and How to Participate
Field Day is the largest amateur radio event in North America. Learn what it is, how it works, and how you can join in...
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