DS> I saw this on a Yahoo Group message.   
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   DS> Daryl, WX1DER   
      
   Sounds like you'd be the right person to ask this:   
      
   Can you point me to a website that's reputable or explain how one could get    
   started in ham radio? Inexpensively as possible. :)   
      
   What radio should one get first? I'm interested in semi portability. A 12volt    
   DC radio would work well, as I could build a power supply to run it in the    
   house and it would automatically support a vehicles electrical system with    
   it's 12volt DC power requirements.   
      
   I have some knowledge/experience with CB radios. Base stations and mobiles,    
   but next to no accurate knowledge of HAM.   
      
   Should I try to start with 2 meter or 10 meter? How does one get licensing?    
   How much does licensing cost? What sort of antenna will I need for the home    
   and the vehicle?   
      
   Please advise, and thank you greatly in advance.   
      
   ... I saw what you did, and would like your phone #.   
      
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