What Is Broadband Global Area Network (BGAN)?

Have you ever been in a situation where you wished you could use your laptop to connect to the Internet, but there was no WiFi? If you've ever been on an oil rig or an island in the middle of nowhere, then sure. If not, consider getting yourself an Inmarsat Broadband Global Area Network (BGAN) terminal. It's like having your satellite Internet connection—it's like WiFi except through space instead of air. You can connect from anywhere on Earth and use data at up to 4Mbps and voice at up to 2Mbps. Best of all? It's just as fast as using an average cell phone signal! Some people say they're worried about how expensive this kind of connection will be, but we are here to tell you it's not! All you need is one terminal per person per month (and if you don't think that sounds expensive, remember that these are satellites we're talking about—they don't cost anything to operate). The best BGAN plans to target businesses and individuals who need high-quality, uninterrupted satellite internet connectivity and spend most of their time online. The monthly data limits are up to 20 GB. The data plans are best suited for those who need constant connectivity and depend on the Internet for their work. The latency of BGAN is best suited for B2B communication. The BGAN is a ground-based terminal that provides users access to the Internet and other information networks. It can be used anywhere on the planet, so long as a satellite is in view. Those who use it can send and receive emails, make phone calls, and browse the web. The BGAN is similar to the Inmarsat satellite system but uses much more bandwidth. It means that you can enjoy faster connectivity when using a BGAN terminal. It also means you can access more features when accessing the Internet through your device.