HTS is a communication satellite that provides more throughput than conventional communication satellites or Fixed Satellite Service. Higher-throughput refers to higher data processing and transfer capacity than conventional satellites, when using the same amount of orbital spectrum.
A satellite internet service provider Hughes Communications India (HCI), launched India’s first high throughput satellite (HTS) broadband service powered by ISRO satellites. The new HTS service will extend broadband connectivity to the remotest locations to boost the local economy.
The service will support applications like Wi-Fi hotspots for community internet access, managed SD-WAN solutions, backhaul to extend mobile network reach, and satellite internet for small businesses.