Tuesday, August 7, 2012

Learning All About Morse Code

By Muriel Noel


Many people all over the world want to learn more about this form Morse Code. There is lot of information available about this subject. Here we will look at some of this information in a bit more detail.

First thing to know is what this kind of code means. When people speak of this type of code they are referring to a method of message transmission represented by dots or dashes using lights, tones or clicks. Other modes of deciphering the messages sent in this manner are done through the use of specially designed equipment.

Each and every letter of the alphabet has its own special arrangement of dots and dashes. When we talk about a dot, we learn that these are short in length, whereas a dash is three times as long. This is vital information to know if this is something you want to learn.

This kind of code is used by many people, especially amateur radio operators. It was a requirement for licensing of pilots and air traffic controllers at one point in time. This is no longer the case.

People that are well versed in this code can write a special exam in order to get a license. A lot of people that work as coast guards or in are in the navy need to do so. They will have to pass a special written exam as well as prove their proficiency is above 20 words per minute.

These are only a few facts about Morse Code. A great deal of other information about this coding system can be found on numerous websites and message boards on the internet. Take some time to explore some of this information, you will surely have more appreciation for this mode of transmitting messages once you have done so.




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