Frequency band

Frequency band is a specific range of frequencies in the electromagnetic spectrum. It is typically divided into multiple sub-bands, which are designated by different terms such as ultra high frequency, very high frequency, and super high frequency. These terms are often used in the context of telecommunication, radio broadcasting, and wireless networking technologies.

Etymology

The term "frequency band" is derived from the word "frequency", which refers to the number of occurrences of a repeating event per unit of time, and "band", which refers to a range of frequencies.

Description

A frequency band is a range of frequencies that is defined by a lower and upper frequency limit. These limits are often defined by regulatory authorities such as the Federal Communications Commission in the United States, or the International Telecommunication Union globally. The specific frequency ranges are allocated for different uses, such as television broadcasting, mobile telephony, or satellite communication.

Related Terms

• Bandwidth (signal processing): The difference between the upper and lower frequencies in a continuous band of frequencies.
• Spectrum management: The process of regulating the use of radio frequencies to promote efficient use and gain a net social benefit.
• Radio spectrum: The part of the electromagnetic spectrum with frequencies from 30 Hz to 300 GHz.
• Electromagnetic spectrum: The range of all types of EM radiation.

See also

• Radio frequency
• Electromagnetic interference
• Electromagnetic radiation
• Radio wave

References

Frequency band Resources
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