So, Anyone Know What Handle Means?

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The term "handle" in the context of online forums and communication refers to a username or identifier that users adopt to represent themselves. In this discussion, a user named Huygen clarified that "handle" is synonymous with a username, similar to "optics.tech." While the term is commonly associated with radio communication, its usage has expanded to various online platforms.

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Hello everyone,

Does anyone know what "handle" means such as below link:

http://www.eng-tips.com/register.cfm

Can anyone please tell me what should I fill within this field?

Thank you very much in advance

Huygen
 
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I think it's a user name (like optics.tech)
 
Handle, is a username in this case. It's what you are known by.

Generally only used in radio communication though.
 

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