Introduction: MaxLinear provides high-performance broadband and highly integrated RF analog technology, high-performance optical network technology, and pioneering MoCA and direct broadcast satellite ODU single line technology networking semiconductors. MaxLinear was founded in 2003, and its original high-performance RF receiver products capture and process digital and analog signals for broadband applications, including terrestrial, cable and satellite television, and DOCSIS broadband. These products include RF receiver system level chips, which include highly integrated radio system architecture and demodulator technology. The company's products are based on its leading low-power, low-cost CMOS process technology.