Maybe you’d understand more things if you continued to read after the first opportunity you see to spew whatever you want to?
But in a “the internet is out” situation? Or even a “please evacuate in a calm and orderly fashion” for a wildfire or a bad hurricane? That is where meshtastic (et al) shine and it is well worth convincing friends to pick up a t-deck or whatever. Excellent for the “is it out for everyone or just me?” checks. Also useful for letting people know which field can see a cell tower a county or two over for emergency communication or to even coordinate whether you are all gonna head North or South to hang out for (hopefully just) a few days.
I’ll also add on that it is useful to be able to practice and get familiar with a tool without risking a fine.
Got it. Nobody should consider the need for a license because, in an emergency, you don’t need one. But also get a license so that you can use it in non-emergencies otherwise you’ll get a fine.
If you don’t know how to use a radio or set it up before the emergency then it’s useless. You need to be ready before. And part of getting ready and learning is being licensed.
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Maybe you’d understand more things if you continued to read after the first opportunity you see to spew whatever you want to?
I’ll also add on that it is useful to be able to practice and get familiar with a tool without risking a fine.
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Got it. Nobody should consider the need for a license because, in an emergency, you don’t need one. But also get a license so that you can use it in non-emergencies otherwise you’ll get a fine.
Good talk.
If you don’t know how to use a radio or set it up before the emergency then it’s useless. You need to be ready before. And part of getting ready and learning is being licensed.