[SatNews] No additional software needed — that's quite a statement when discussing satellite broadband solutions.

This happens to be the case for Thuraya IP, which is designed with a user-friendly plug and play system. Customers do not need to install additional software when operating Thuraya IP. Through a satellite broadband terminal such as Thuraya IP, customers can access high speed data services, regardless of their location, without having to install complicated and specialized software. Thuraya IP is the first satellite broadband terminal to reach 384 Kbps video-streaming speeds and has standard IP speeds of up to 444 Kbps. A-5 sized, it is a lightweight and portable device that offers asymmetric streaming whereby the user can select download and upload speeds without having to compromise on quality or cost. The terminal has seen market boost from vertical market customers such as broadcast media, government, oil and gas, military and individual users.

“Thuraya IP is a practical solution that facilitates easy access to the internet and email within the network’s vast 140-country coverage area. The device is simple to install and use as its plug and play interface allows for a quick deployment in any remote location ,” said Thuraya’s Vice President of Technology Services, Mr. Ahmed Al Shamsi. He also added that with Thuraya’s advanced network resources are automatically allocated to IP customers in areas where there is high demand ensuring access to data services even when several simultaneous customers are using the product.