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Radio Communication helps you to interact with thousands!

Does the radio still give you the feel of nostalgia? If so, then look no further than pursuing the hobby of communicating through the radio. Despite rapid advancement in technology, Radio is still the chosen means of communication for many. Remember, getting on the ‘air’ not only opens a whole new world to you, it also enables you to make contacts all over in just a nick of time.

There are three main ways you can pursue this hobby - by amateur radio, CB radio, or by using TVX and FM DX. Amateur radio, better known as ham radio is the most widely used radio contact and an effective means of communication, especially meant for self-learning, or for public service where facilities are remote and almost lacking. While CB radio is a type of short distance, radio-communication that has become an invaluable source of information. On the other hand, TVX and FDX is a type of radio communication that uses TV and FM stations for long distance communication.

Now the question is why people are taking amateur radio hobby so seriously. The reason behind it is its social role and its attraction to people of all ages and interests. It has been observed that during earthquake, flood or civil emergencies, amateurs with their portable equipments, will back up local or worldwide services and relay essential messages to the authorities or relatives and family.

Citizen Band Radio
(CB) is a system of short distance, simple radio communication that originated in United States as one of the several personal radio services regulated by the FCC. The specialty of this service is that it delivers a short distance radio band for personal communication including radio-controlled models, family communications and individual models also.

In the hobby ideas of communication by radio, you will come across a term known as DXing. This Dxing is a hobby of tuning in and identifying distant radio signals, making two-way radio contacts with distant stations in amateur radio, band radio and other two-way radio communication facilities.

Hence, if you believe in mass interaction, staying connected with people using various ways in this global village, the riveting hobby of radio communication will surely interest you.


CB Radio - Citizens Band Radio
Ham Radio - Amateur Radio


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