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[–] quickenparalysespunk@lemmy.dbzer0.com 4 points 1 day ago (3 children)

I've heard of "pirate radio" since decades ago but never understood what is pirated about it.

are they broadcasting pirated music? broadcasting from ships committing maritime piracy? drinking Captain Morgan?

[–] dagaloni@lemmy.ml 8 points 1 day ago (1 children)

I think what it means is that they broadcast on restricted wavelengths.

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