The Internet at Sea

For several years now satellite internet connections have been available, but have only been affordable by large budget vessels, with both hardware and ISP costs prohibitive. This changed in 2007 when telstra built Next G

The release of the telstra Next G wireless broadband HSPDA-enabled 3G network in Australia with global roaming now brings affordable internet to coastal shipping. A mast mounted antenna can maintain a good connection over 50 miles offshore.