Local multipoint distribution service

Local multipoint distribution service (LMDS) is a

LMDS commonly operates on microwave frequencies across the 26 GHz and 29 GHz bands. In the United States, frequencies from 31.0 through 31.3 GHz are also considered LMDS frequencies.^[2]

Throughput capacity and reliable distance of the link depends on common radio link constraints and the modulation method used – either

.

History and outlook

United States

There was interest in LMDS in the late 1990s and it became known in some circles as "wireless cable" for its potential to compete with cable companies for provision of broadband television to the home. The Federal Communications Commission auctioned spectrum for LMDS in 1998 and 1999.^[3]

Despite its early potential and the hype that surrounded the technology, LMDS was slow to find commercial traction. Many equipment and technology vendors^[who?] simply abandoned their LMDS product portfolios.

Industry observers^[

standards.

Europe and worldwide

Although some operators use LMDS to provide access services, LMDS is more commonly used for high-capacity

LTE and Wi-Fi

.

See also

Multichannel multipoint distribution service

References

1. CiteseerX
   .
2. ^ "Local Multipoint Distribution Service". Federal Communications Commission. 30 July 2018. Retrieved January 12, 2021.
3. ^ Local Multipoint FCC LMDS Fact Sheet March 28, 1998