In article , WA8ULX
wrote:

That crap is nothing but BS, it died when Ham Radio was converted into CB

I've heard this so much on this group. It demonstrates a huge degree of
ignorance. First, both Amateur Radio and Citizens Band are radio
services. Citizens Band is a non-licensed service. Amateur Radio is a
licensed service. Citizens Band is highly limited to frequencies in
channels. Amateur Radio has several designated frequency bands with
much more operating flexibility. Citizens Band is limited to allowed
mode. Amateur Radio not only has a wide array of available modes, but
is encouraged to experiment with new modes. Therefore the two are not
the same or even remotely similar except that they are both radio
services under the guidance of the FCC.

The problem with CB, from my vantage, is that there is too little
monitoring and enforcement. At one time before cell phones and my
license, I used CB for emergency communication. But I was always
embarrassed to turn it on, especially with my wife in the car, because
of the reprehensible behavior.

There are some who would argue that Amateur Radio is going the same
way. I don't feel that this is true. Amateur Operators have much more
organized self enforcement, which is encouraged by the FCC. The FCC
itself has also taken some action in the recent past, although
argueably more action is needed.

As for the Amateur Code, I think that more hams should make the effort
to embrace the code. But there will always be some, like some of the
vocal members of this newsgroup, who will choose vulgarities and
rudeness over thoughtful discourse. I beg all those of you who care
about our bands, our hobby, our fraternity, our most favored radio
service, I beg of you to keep civil your tongues and work toward a
mutually beneficial solution.

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--Chip
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