Ham Radio

A short piece on a method of communication other than by cell phone that's legal under US Federal law, fun to learn and use, and useful in times of need.

If your ham radio license is about to expire, check out this article to find out the steps you need to follow to renew your amateur radio license in the United States.

When you were a kid you probably saw your grandfather in the garage at his worktable with a set of headphones on speaking into a large microphone.

Have you ever wanted to be a DJ on your very own radio show? This article will explain how you can get certified as a Ham Radio operator in no time at all.

This is a hobby that involves possible communication throughout the entire world.

Ham radio or amateur radio is a hobby pursued by more than 3 million people worldwide. It is very enjoyable and exciting. In this article we take a brief look at this phenomenon.

This article explains some possitive points of getting familiar with Ham Radios.

Due to apartment-dwelling lifestyles, homeowners' associations and community regulations, ham radio operators are frequently forced to be creative by inventing various stealth ham radio antenna tactics.

Ham radios offer more than CB radios and are not much more expensive in the long run than CB radios. Ham radios are a benefit to everyone, not just truck drivers.

This article is a step by step guide to getting started in the hobby of Amateur Radio. Everything from finding license preparation materials to locating an examination site in your area is covered. Follow this guide to get started in this fascinating hobby.

Calling all Ham Radio operators! Orlando HamCation at the Central Florida Fairgrounds in Florida is the place to be February 11, 12 and 13, 2011.

Now that the sunspot cycle has turned the corner and rare stations are reappearing, new interest in old "gain" antennas is giving life to anteannas like the MFJ-6215.

Calling CQ is an effective way to initiate contact with another amateur radio station, if you follow some basic guidelines for calling CQ properly.

How to construct an indoor random wire antenna for the HF amateur radio bands.

Dan describes a hobby that is rarely talked about but has worldwide and universal appeal. Ham radio holds something for everyone.

Anyone that can pass the test can earn an amateur radio license, also called a ham radio license. Here are some great resources to help you learn the material, and find a testing location near you.