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Archive for December 21st, 2010

Update: Preparations continue for next Proton/Briz-M launch

December 21st, 2010 by

The launch of Eutelsat’s KA-SAT is now reported to be scheduled for 26 December, 2151 UTC. There has been no official announcement so far, though.
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ITT re-awarded NASA space communications contract

December 21st, 2010 by

ITT Corporation announced that it has again been awarded the Space Communications Network Services (SCNS) contract by NASA Goddard Space Flight Center to support NASA space and near-Earth networks.
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The Charms of Dish Service: Why Upgrade From Cable to Satellite TV

December 21st, 2010 by

In a world packed with more entertainment than ever before, missing out on the chance to truly enjoy something more seems like a shame. Yet so many people stick with typical television service, rather than looking into the numerous different options that make upgrading easy and a fun experience. Whether it’s due to an aversion to change, a lack of knowledge about the actual differences out there, or something else entirely, it seems far too many people are content to simply drift along and stay the course with their old forms of entertainment technology.
Other Posts:China to launch second moon probe soonEuropean Satellite Link Expands Marine/Land Mobile ConnectivitySatellite TV For Smart PeopleNilesat-201 and RASCOM-QAF1R start launch preparations in KourouNew Chinese ocean satellite works fineFCC grants milestone extension to ICODawn switches off ion engine for the time beingEutelsat Post Revenue Gains Across The Board

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Take Your Satellite TV Service to a New Level

December 21st, 2010 by

People that have been subscribing to a leading satellite TV provider for some time are undoubtedly aware of the fact that they are getting the best television service that money can buy. After all, the top satellite companies in the country didn’t just obtain the highest customer satisfaction ratings in the industry by mere chance: they had to earn that status through quality services, excellent customer support, and a constantly advancing and improving platform. Yet for as good as satellite connections can prove to be for viewers, there are nonetheless many satellite subscribers out there who aren’t getting the very best out of their service-and that is entirely their own fault, not their provider’s. What follows, then, are some tips and suggestions for how to make your satellite TV connection that much better, to really take it to a whole new level.
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Why Cable TV Customers Love To Watch Basketball?

December 21st, 2010 by

Why is it that everybody loves to play and watch basketball at home? Is it really important for us to watch them all the time?
Other Posts:SMOS has to cope with terrestrial interferenceSirius Satellite Radio results Q2 2007Setanta Sports – Channel DistributionMaxwell delivers computer for NASA’s GloryUSN demos TCP/IP Space Link ExtensionSpaceX to launch new OrbcommsAlamo Adds Satellite Navigation ServicesUpdate: MUOS satellite to be lofted by Atlas V

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The Importance of Watching Basketball Games in Your Cable TV

December 21st, 2010 by

Not only it is important for you play, but also for watching it with cable TV? Why is it important for us to watch and play basketball games with cable TV?
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Satellite TV 101: Upgrading Your Package

December 21st, 2010 by

If you are a satellite TV customer who is looking for more features and benefits at home, what will you do? How will you approach your satellite or cable TV provider in giving you the best features for your TV?
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How To Get Full Access With Your Satellite TV?

December 21st, 2010 by

Some customers and subscribers are satisfied with their respective packages, while others are still looking for more. Since they are looking for more, what are those things anyway?
Other Posts:Pegasus XL puts NASA’s AIM in orbitGeoEye-1 starts commercial operationsIridium Satellite Sees Growth In Crew Calling SubscribersTwo European contracts for COM DEVGSM backhaul on NSS-12Three GLONASS-M satellites being prepared for September launchIntegral Systems to upgrade GOES N-P Ground SystemState Department Quashes AsiaSat Privatization Plan

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