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Hams have long relied on the
chain as a source for components, and in the past, for ham gear, shortwave
receivers and scanners as well. In recent years, RadioShack has put a greater
focus on mobile phones and accessories, a market that has softened recently, as
new purchases have given way to replacements and upgrades. One recent bright
spot for hams has been a new focus on kits and building, in response to the
growth of the maker movement.