Types of Satellite Broadband

Many rural dwelling homeowners have heard about WiFi @ Home with Streamyx Combo wonders of satellite broadband. It goes where no other service goes. It Streamyx Home Basic its reach into the internet wilderness, giving millions of people online access with incredible speeds and great rates. Where DSL and cable internet have failed to build the proper infrastructure to cater to users who live in more rustic, less populated areas such as the countryside or even small towns, satellite broadband triumphs. It's everywhere.

However, it is important to know that not all satellite internet is equal. There are various ways to access satellite basis. Here, we'll take a look at the different types of satellite internet.

First, we have one-way or terrestrial return. This is a type of satellite broadband that is able to send and receive traffic. It is called one-way terrestrial return due to the fact that it uses to different means for sending and receiving information. For transmitting data back to the user, i.e. outgoing information from the satellite, a dial-up connection and phone modem is required. All inbound data, i.e. data going to the satellite is transported at broadband speed. This is the cheapest connection; however, there is a trade off. One-way satellite broadband requires you to use your phone line, so it's not too different from dial-up, which is pretty slow in terms of modern standards. This type of connection really isn't worth the while if you plan on playing MMORPG games, uploading large files and sending emails with larger attachments. So your phone is tied up while you are on the internet, and the speeds are still not lightning fast. This type of connection, while still available, especially in developing countries, is generally out of fashion because of the emergence of two way satellite broadband.

There is one other type of one-way satellite internet. This type uses GPRS or EDGE; however, use of this service implies being charged for volume upstreamed. To use this, a satellite dish antenna and a GPRS enabled GSM phone is needed.

Next, we have one-way satellite receive only. This is used mainly for one-side audio, video and data transmission over an IP. Essentially, this type of connection doesn't allow for outbound transmission. The downside to one-way receive only connections is that most web protocols will not work with it; although there are ways to work around this. Still, you cannot interact online.

Two-way satellite broadband is quickly becoming the favored connection especially in the United States. This type of connection is comparable to DSL and cable internet services. Speeds are up to 50 times faster than dial-up. Unlike one-way, two-way satellite internet is able to send and receive information at broadband speeds. No additional phone line is necessary, thus this connection can be used in the most remote areas. All you need is a view of the southern sky if you're in the northern hemisphere, and vice versa if you live below the equator. Two-way satellite internet allows you to enjoy the same sort of service you'd get with DSL and cable except there are no peak hours. Competitive pricing has made two-way satellite broadband very affordable.

To really enjoy the Internet, make the switch from dial-up to HughesNet. The leading satellite internet provider enables connections up to 50 times faster than dial-up. Go with HughesNet and simplify your life!

Filed under: Handsets, Verizon Wireless, EV-DO, CDMA, Casio

Yo, Verizon, we know your secret. We get it. The Exilim-branded C721 from Casio has been handled, it's taken a shower, and it's even made appearances on the carrier's rebate forms. When we first heard of its existence, the Exilim badge coupled with a 5.1 megapixel camera was a clever trick -- but sensors of this resolution get more common by the day, so the only trick that's going to be left in this pivoting clamshell's book by the time Verizon gets around to launching it is going to be the water resistance. That's all well and good, but we feel like we're just being taunted by the fact that some FCC certification lab has been playing with this thing for ages while Verizon network engineers are too concerned with "quality" and "customer satisfaction" to sign off on a half-baked unit. Chop chop, guys!

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