Decoding the Dots and Dashes: how Morse Code Functions
Words: 628 1855Morse code might appear archaic in an era where digital communication is the norm. However, the method of transmitting data by a sequence of signals—such as light, visual, or audio signals—remains a relatively simple yet effective way to communicate messages across long distances. The early 1840s saw the development of Morse code by Samuel Morse and Alfred Vail, which revolutionized long-distance communication and is still in use today, especially in the aviation and maritime sectors. The fundamental building block of […]
