Astra and Neo-Sky expand broadband reach in Spain

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SES Astra and Spanish broadband operator Neo-Sky, have reached an agreement to launch broadband Internet services via satellite. The new internet access, aimed mainly at Spanish areas that do not have ADSL, will offer download speeds of between 256 kbps and 768 kbps, and a return channel through the telephone line.

The service will also offer more than 130 digital television channels through the computer, broadcast free-to-air via the ASTRA satellite system at 19.2° East.