[Satellite TODAY 06-04-13] Israel-based Gilat Satellite Networks announced it has been selected by one of the largest Southeast Asian telecommunication operators to provide satellite-based broadband Internet connectivity to 2,500 schools. Under the contract, Gilat will deploy two SkyEdge II HUBs and WebEnhance VSATs for the schools.

 

     The venture is part of a government sponsored e-learning initiative to bring Internet connectivity to thousands of school children in an effort to reduce the communication gap in the country and foster equal access to education in outlying areas. Gilat SkyEdge II platform will enable the schools with broadband connectivity supporting data rates of up to 2 Mbps.

 

     "Supporting some of the world’s largest eLearning initiatives, we are proud to have our technology make a lasting and noticeable contribution to children’s lives," Stephane Palomba, regional vice president of Gilat for Asia, said in a statement.