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EchoStar Rolls out High-Speed Satelite Internet Service

 

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Friday, October 20, 2006; 05:31 AM

EchoStar Communications Corporation launched “DISH Network High-Speed Internet powered by WildBlue,” a satellite-delivered broadband Internet service. Now, consumers can bundle the low-priced, all-digital TV service with the convenience and speed of broadband Internet access.


DISH Network High-Speed Internet powered by WildBlue is a two-way satellite service that provides an always-on, high-speed data connection. Available packages are up to 30 times faster than dial-up, so there are no similar delays accessing the Internet and no worries about busy signals or being disconnected.

“Our customers living in rural communities have endured the slower speeds of dial-up simply because they haven’t had choices when it comes to high-speed Internet service providers,” said Jim DeFranco, executive vice president at EchoStar. “With DISH Network High-Speed Internet powered by WildBlue, they now have access to affordable broadband Internet via satellite with speeds comparable to DSL or cable modem – without the need for an additional phone line.”

“There is a large demand for an affordable satellite broadband solution from homes and small businesses that haven’t been able to enjoy high-speed benefits in the past,” said Dave Leonard, CEO of WildBlue. “We’re excited to work with a powerful distributor like EchoStar to make high-speed Internet services powered by WildBlue available to their customers across the country.”

Consumers can sign up for service through authorized DISH Network retailers. Packages start at $49.95 per month and include multiple email addresses, web hosting space, and 24/7 DISH Network technical support. A separate satellite dish is required to receive the high-speed Internet service; however an additional phone line is not necessary.
EchoStar Communications Corporation serves more than 12.46 million satellite TV customers through its DISH Network.


www.dishnetwork.com

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