Satellite Broadband
Satellite is the only broadband technology that is able to reach virtually any part of the United Kingdom. This is critical in rural areas where ADSL and cable may never be available and wireless cannot always operate effectively.
There are two types of Satellite Broadband service available
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Two Way Service (Bi-directional)
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One Way Service (Downstream)
One-way service provides you with high-speed data download, but the information is then sent in the other direction via a standard dial up connection line making it much slower. The inequality of speed limits its functionality, but it is still suitable if you are downloading files, watching video or simply browsing the Internet. In either instance, download speeds are equal to that of Cable & ADSL.
Two Way Services offers the same data transfer speeds in both directions. The service is more expensive and requires a larger satellite dish, so tends to be used by businesses that may wish to send large files or attachments.
Satellite signals are affected by latency (delay in signal) which is worsened by adverse weather conditions.
Advantages
Disadvantages
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Latency
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Variable reception due to weather