Microwave communication is the transmission of signals by sending microwaves, either directly or via a satellite. Microwave communication products can be broadly divided into three categories

Microwave Communications

Microwave communication is the transmission of signals by sending microwaves, either directly or via a satellite. Electromagnetic waves with a wavelength on the order of a few inches. Microwaves are longer than infrared radiation and shorter than radio waves. Microwaves are used extensively for communication, both in satellite television and for the transmission of long-distance telephone signals. The receivers for microwave signals are usually disc-shaped antennae from a foot to a few feet across and are often seen installed in business locations or near private homes.

Microwave communication products can be broadly divided into three categories:

1. Point to point connections

2. Point to multipoint networks

3. Spread spectrum

Microwave communication products operate typically in the frequency range of 1-58GHz. Such products have higher bandwidth and can be operated at lower cost than wired communication links. The allocation of frequencies within the European Union is mostly based on ITU or CEPT recommendations.