Satellite broadband is a great option for those reside in the areas where dial-up, DSL (digital subscriber line) or cable service not available or locations which move frequently. Satellite broadband is high speed satellite Internet allows you to surf the web, download movies and music at much faster speeds than dial up. Satellite broadband is technology where it linked to a dish network subscriber service and provides speeds similar to other broadband technologies. Satellite broadband can deliver speeds of up to 2 megabits per second (mbps) downstream, and 1 mbps upstream. Compare this to dial-up service that tops out at about 53 kilobits per second. That's about 39 times slower than satellite broadband.

Satellite broadband technology provides high speed Internet access to businesses, governments, Office and private individuals no matter where they live or work.

There are different types of Satellite broadband that users can get.

1-way Satellite Plans

2-way Satellite Plans

1-way Satellite Plans

1-way Satellite service delivers cost-effective broadband internet to regional, rural and remote locations. The 1-way Satellite service uses high-speed satellite technology for downloading all files via Satellite direct to a receiving Satellite dish on your roof, carried to your Satellite modem and into your computer and a dial-up service using your phone line for uploads, such as sending files emails etc. Installation: If you choose a 1-way Satellite plan you have the option to install the equipment yourself (Self-Installation) or have a qualified Technician professionally install your service. The Professional Installation is strongly recommended as aligning the satellite dish correctly requires considerable technical expertise. If you choose to self-install but find you need technical assistance or a callout for a Professional Installation, charges will apply.

Advantages:

• This has the cheapest monthly fees and installation costs of all satellite broadband connection types.

Disadvantages:

• The dial-up connection is extremely slow by today’s standards, making this connection type unsuitable for online gaming, uploading large files to the Internet, and sending emails with large attachments.

• The telephone line cannot be used for phone calls or faxes while you are connected to the Internet.

Who will this connection type suit?
This connection type is best suited to an Internet user with a limited budget who wishes to use their connection to surf the Web, download from websites, send and receive emails, and chat online.

2-way Satellite Plans

The 2-way satellite system is an upgrade compared to the 1-way. Broadband 2-way Satellite takes full advantage of satellite technology to provide high speed downloads to your computer and fast upload speeds to send files, such as emails. The 2-way Satellite directly transmits the signal to the Satellite and directly back to your computer. This device will provide you with the most direct and fastest way to obtain access to the Internet. 2-way Satellite service sends and receives data via satellite, and doesn't depend on land-based phone lines or cables, so it can reach places far beyond the range of ADSL or cable. This connection type is best suited to an Internet user in a very remote location. Installation: A qualified technician will do the professional installation like mount the dish on a pole as these dishes are too large and heavy to be installed to your roof, also install the satellite software and load the drivers for your modem.
Advantages:

• Offers much faster uploads than a one-way connection.

• No telephone line is necessary, so this connection type can be accessed in the most remote locations.

Disadvantages:

• The most expensive monthly fees of all satellite connections.

• Equipment purchase and installation are very expensive.

• Uses a different satellite dish to one-way connections, so it is expensive to upgrade.

• Although upload speeds are fast, the high amount of latency on a satellite connection means that this connection type is not perfect for playing online games.

Who will this connection type suit?

1-way Satellite plan or 2-way Satellite plan Members can purchase Ethernet Gateway Device, which provides broadband routing, firewall and all the applications you need to manage and control an internet domain.