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VSAT
VSAT stands for "Very Small Aperture Terminal" and it refers to receive-only or receive/transmit terminals installed at dispersed sites connecting to a central hub via satellite using small diameter antenna dishes (1.8m to 4.5m or in some instances, bigger sizes depending on the speed of transmission required).
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Interactive computer transactions, Internet, e-mail and multi-site extension of Intranet or corporate networks
Seismic, drilling and geological information can be transmitted, and in the event of machinery breakdowns, images can be sent to head office for expert opinions and solutions
Banking Networks connecting remote branches to main computer centres, teller platforms, real-time customer enquiries on mortgages, account balances, Automatic Teller Machines (ATMs), credit card verifications for banks (e.g. HQ to branch offices), etc.
Reservation systems for airlines, hotel chains, car rental
businesses and travel agencies
Electronic fund transfer at Point-of-Sale operations for general stores, supermarkets, retail shops, car dealerships, gas stations, lottery systems and fast food stores, for all types of payment terminals including credit card verifications
Sales monitoring, stock control and inventory management applications
Disaster Recovery mode that provides alternate routing in the event of a failed connection due to catastrophes or natural disasters
Last-mile solution for remote or hazardous sites, or areas where land lines are of inferior quality
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