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What is satellite throughput?

Frequently Asked Questions

Since this is a word you will see a lot in relation to HughesNet satellite Internet, it’s important to know what it means. Satellites both send and receive transmissions so you can get in the Internet. If you think of satellite transmissions as cars traveling on a highway, throughput means traffic is smooth in both directions. It means information is flowing smoothly through a satellite, making your Internet connection reliable and fast. HughesNet’s satellites featuring cutting-edge JUPITER System technology, which offers high throughput and thus a reliable connection.