Abstract: In this paper we describe a review of the now fast growing commercial applications of micro and mm-wave wireless technology. The emerging Microwave Video Distribution System/Local Multipoint Distribution System is predicted to be worth billions in the next five to ten years, however no single technology or standard will be capable of satisfying all the MVDS/LMDS market applications. This paper also reviews the micro and mm-wave technologies used in the manufacture of broadband wireless systems.
Key words: Wireless systems, microwave systems, multipoint video distribution, MPEG, antenas.