Why is radiofrequency (RF) energy important and what are the benefits?
Probably the most important use for RF energy is in providing radiocommunication services to the public, industry and government. Radio and television broadcasting, cell phones, radiocommunications for emergency services, weather radar and satellite communications are examples of important applications. Non-communication uses of RF energy include industrial heating and microwave ovens. Some consumer uses of radiocommunication include baby monitors, garage door openers, cordless telephones, Wi-Fi, remote keyless car entry devices and various medical devices, just to name a few. As well, certain non-radio devices, including computers and other digital devices, also emit RF energy.
