Amateur radio
USE OF DESIGNATED RADIO FREQUENCY SPECTRA FOR PURPOSES OF NON-COMMERCIAL EXCHANGE OF MESSAGES
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Amateur radio, also known as ham radio, is the use of the radio frequency spectrum for purposes of non-commercial exchange of messages, wireless experimentation, self-training, private recreation, radiosport, contesting, and emergency communications. The term "amateur" is used to specify "a duly authorised person interested in radioelectric practice with a purely personal aim and without [interest;" (either direct monetary or other similar reward) and to differentiate it from commercial broadcasting], public safety (such as police and fire), or professional [[two-way radio services (such as maritime, aviation, taxis, etc.