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 ====== Welcome to the Amateur Radio ======
-This page lists basic information that new hams are probably wondering about.  For information specific to our club, see [[/howto/newmembers |this page]].
+This page lists basic information to help new hams get started with the hobby. For information specific to our club, see [[/howto/newmembers |this page]].
 ===== What to Buy =====
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 A very good basic antenna is the [[https://www.eham.net/reviews/view-product?id=1863 |Comet GP-3]].  If the coax line is not too long, RG-8x works, but if you're able to mount the antenna higher (and height makes a huge difference!), then it's worth buying good coax like LMR-400.
-Finally, ham radios usually run on 12V (13.8V to be more precise), so you'll also need a power supply.  Power supply are usually rated by Amperage.  With only one (basic VHF/UHF) radio, you'll need at least 5A.  The club has a bunch of these low output power supply so ask us to borrow one instead of buying one.  Eventually, though, you'll want a power supply that can provide at least 20A so that you can power more equipment.
+Finally, ham radios usually run on 12V (13.8V to be more precise), so you'll also need a power supply, which are rated in Amperage.  With only one (basic VHF/UHF) radio, you'll need at least 5A.  The club has a bunch of these low output power supply so ask us to borrow one instead of buying one.  Eventually, though, you'll want a power supply that can provide at least 20A so that you can power more equipment.