Sorry there is not more information.  This page is being worked on.  However got to these webs for more info

http://www.qrz.com/i/ham-radio-howto.html
http://www.nparc.org/becomeham.htm
http://www.eham.net/newham/howtobecome
http://www.kk7ih.net/become_a_ham_operator.htm

Or go to your favorite search engine and type in

What is Amateur Radio

WHY SHOULD YOU BECOME AN AMATEUR RADIO OPERATOR?

Being an amateur radio operator( HAM) is a fun and a very rewarding hobby. In the US, you can start with an "Amateur Technician Class" license issued by the FCC. Enjoy clear 2-way FM communication using repeaters, in some cases hundreds of miles away, with just a small handheld radio like the one pictured below. You can even talk to astronauts on the International Space Station.