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Use it or lose it in my opinion. The bands are underutilized and the barrier of entry, regardless of what most people think, is too high. Joe Shmoe should be ab
by schoolornot 6y ago
Use it or lose it in my opinion. The bands are underutilized and the barrier of entry, regardless of what most people think, is too high. Joe Shmoe should be able to watch an hour long video and then get a call sign the same day after passing an exam. Why a tech needs to understand antenna theory, space transmissions, and ionosphere reflection is beyond me. Cool, sure. Essential, c’mon.
- zymhan 6y ago> Why a tech needs to understand antenna theory, space transmissions, and ionosphere reflection is beyond me. It's like asking why a car driver needs to understand when to turn off high-beams, when not to honk, and how to safely open their door after parking on a busy street. i.e. we live in a society, other people are affected by your actions.
- some_random 6y agoJoe Shmoe's name and home address are published for everyone to see. To some people that is an insurmountable barrier to entry.