What is aprs?

• APRS stands for Automatic Packet Reporting System.
• APRS is a real-time tactical digital communication system
• Created in the early 90’s by Bob Bruninga WB4APR, hence APRS
• APRS provides situational awareness, message delivery and information in emergency situations or public service events.
• Virtually any 2m or HF transceiver can be used for APRS
• APRS uses the AX.25 packet radio protocol, using AFSK (Audio Frequency Shift Keying)

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