Digital Inclusion

Passenger Internet Service Passenger internet service is the connectivity service that provides internet access to passengers aboard a moving vehicle or platform. It integrates onboard distribution, external transport, and service management into one… Service Model Queue Management Queue Management is the handling of packet queues in a device or system so delay, loss, and fairness can be controlled. Operations Rapid Deployment Terminal Rapid Deployment Terminal is a communications terminal designed to be set up quickly for temporary or emergency use, providing fast-deployed connectivity through minimized installation steps and packaged connectivity equipment. Hardware Return Link Return Link is the communication path carrying traffic from the user or remote side back toward the network or ground side. Protocol Rural Broadband Rural broadband is the provision of broadband access services in low-density or geographically challenging areas where standard deployment approaches may be less effective or more expensive. It is a service-delivery… Service Model Satellite Footprint Edge Satellite Footprint Edge is the outer boundary of the geographic area covered by a satellite beam or service footprint, characterized by declining signal quality and increased sensitivity to propagation conditions. Concept/Framework Teleport Teleport is a ground facility that houses satellite antennas, communications equipment, and support systems for uplink and downlink operations. Hardware Teleport Infrastructure Teleport Infrastructure is the combined facilities, antennas, ground systems, and support equipment used to operate satellite teleports and gateway services. Hardware UAV Relay UAV Relay is a communications relay provided by an unmanned aerial vehicle to extend coverage or bridge blocked links. Hardware Unserved Area Identification Unserved Area Identification is the process of finding geographic areas that lack adequate communications coverage or service availability by comparing service availability, demand, geography, and measured performance data. Operations