'Digital Generation' is driving demand and need for greater bandwidth and throughput; Demand for network connectivity regardless of location: Expansion of cellular networks into rural areas; New generation of Seafarers wants to be connected; Aircraft connectivity; Technologies of old will not suffice: L-band -- metered usage; limited capacity; higher cost; Newer technologies (VSAT) fit the bill: Higher capacity; higher speeds; unlimited usage; However cost can be an issue, especially cost of equipment; HTS comes into play: HTS should theoretically lower the price per bit, but it may not necessarily be the case in a roaming network; The impact on the equipment cost can vary; Enables more bandwidth for land sites; Questions remain around applicability: What business model; What coverage; What availability?
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