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For the Amateur service, Winlink 2000 users, whether on the high seas, jungles of a remote region, or traveling in an RV, have the ability to provide their family and friends with the state of their safety and well-being along with the joys of their travels. Mobile users may post their positions on a map and gain access to a host of global text-based and graphic weather information and other helpful material whenever or wherever they need it. The Winlink 2000 system is also utilized for emergency communications where local or regional communications are disrupted, including the loss of the Internet, and where accuracy of information is paramount. Examples of Emergency Communications Management implementations involving the use of Winlink 2000. Such emergency communications are critical not only to the Amateur service, but also to MARS, the UK Cadet Forces, and to the agencies they serve.
Winlink 2000 is available to any properly licensed Amateur radio or MARS operator. As such, on the Amateur side, you simply log into one of the participating network stations (PMBOs) using the client software, Airmail, and you will have established yourself as a registered Winlink 2000 user. After you have become a "registered" radio Winlink 2000 user, you may also then take advantage of the Telnet and WEB-based email facilities.
Airmail
(mainly for HF Pactor) is a messaging program (similar to Microsoft
Outlook in appearance) specifically designed for connection to an HF
radio Winlink 2000 participating station. However, Airmail
may be used for VHF/UHF Packet under limited circumstances.
Airmail is required for a radio user to connect to Winlink 2000
over HF radio.
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