Which of the following describes Winlink?
The correct answer is D: All these choices are correct. Winlink is an amateur radio wireless network to send and receive email on the internet, a form of Packet Radio, and a wireless network capable of both VHF and HF band operation. All three descriptions are correct. For amateur radio operators, Winlink provides email services over radio. Understanding this helps when using Winlink systems.
Exam Tip
All three describe Winlink: email network, Packet Radio, VHF/HF capable. When all listed descriptions are correct for Winlink, 'all of the above' is usually the answer. Winlink is all of these things.
Memory Aid
"All three describe Winlink: Email network, Packet Radio, VHF/HF capable. Think 'A'll 'W'inlink 'D'escriptions. Winlink is an email network, a form of Packet Radio, and operates on VHF and HF bands. All correct."
Real-World Application
Winlink is: (1) An amateur radio wireless network to send and receive email on the internet - you can send email over radio that gets delivered via internet, (2) A form of Packet Radio - it uses packet radio protocols for data transfer, (3) A wireless network capable of both VHF and HF operation - you can use Winlink on 2 meters, 70 cm, or HF bands. All three descriptions are correct.
Key Concepts
Why Other Options Are Wrong
Option A: While correct, this is incomplete. Winlink is also Packet Radio and operates on VHF/HF.
Option B: While correct, this is incomplete. Winlink is also an email network and operates on VHF/HF.
Option C: While correct, this is incomplete. Winlink is also an email network and a form of Packet Radio.
题目解析
The correct answer is D: All these choices are correct. Winlink is an amateur radio wireless network to send and receive email on the internet, a form of Packet Radio, and a wireless network capable of both VHF and HF band operation. All three descriptions are correct. For amateur radio operators, Winlink provides email services over radio. Understanding this helps when using Winlink systems.
考试技巧
All three describe Winlink: email network, Packet Radio, VHF/HF capable. When all listed descriptions are correct for Winlink, 'all of the above' is usually the answer. Winlink is all of these things.
记忆口诀
All three describe Winlink: Email network, Packet Radio, VHF/HF capable. Think 'A'll 'W'inlink 'D'escriptions. Winlink is an email network, a form of Packet Radio, and operates on VHF and HF bands. All correct.
实际应用示例
Winlink is: (1) An amateur radio wireless network to send and receive email on the internet - you can send email over radio that gets delivered via internet, (2) A form of Packet Radio - it uses packet radio protocols for data transfer, (3) A wireless network capable of both VHF and HF operation - you can use Winlink on 2 meters, 70 cm, or HF bands. All three descriptions are correct.
错误选项分析
Option A: While correct, this is incomplete. Winlink is also Packet Radio and operates on VHF/HF. Option B: While correct, this is incomplete. Winlink is also an email network and operates on VHF/HF. Option C: While correct, this is incomplete. Winlink is also an email network and a form of Packet Radio.
知识点
Winlink, Email over radio, Packet Radio, VHF/HF operation
Verified Content
Question from official FCC General Class question pool. Explanation reviewed by licensed amateur radio operators.