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BydenobWhen operating on ham radio frequencies, many operators use Continuous Tone-Coded Squelch System (CTCSS) or Digital Coded Squelch (DCS) to filter out unwanted transmissions. While these features are useful for managing interference, they do not provide any form of privacy or encryption. In this post, we’ll explore why that is the case and what their…
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And without any further ado…Emergency Communications Part 2
Bydenobas promised…dah-da-dah – here is “Part II – Emergency Communications” from Santa at the WVPN : HAM RADIO PART 2 I have been overwhelmed at the interest that my first post generated. First of all let me thank all of you who left comments and also the emails that I have received with questions. I…
Emergency Preparedness Week – Back To Basics – Communications & Security
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