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Viasat-2 is a high-throughput satellite designed to provide broadband internet services to remote and underserved areas around the world. Here are some key features and facts about Viasat-2:

Launch and Orbit:

• Launched on June 1, 2017
• In a geostationary orbit at 101.1° West longitude
• Has a design life of 15 years

Technical Specifications:

• Ka-band frequency: 29.5 GHz to 30.5 GHz (uplink) and 18.3 GHz to 20.2 GHz (downlink)
• Beamforming technology: uses phased arrays to steer and shape beams to optimize signal strength and reduce interference
• Capacity: 140 Gbps (gigabits per second) of total capacity, with 100 Gbps available for commercial use
• Coverage: provides coverage to the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia

Services:

• Broadband internet: offers high-speed internet services to residential and commercial customers
• Enterprise services: provides high-bandwidth connectivity for enterprise customers, including government agencies, educational institutions, and healthcare organizations
• Mobility services: offers in-flight connectivity and maritime connectivity services

Partnerships and Deployments:

• Partners with various telecommunications companies, including AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile, to offer services to their customers
• Has deployed services in several countries, including the United States, Canada, Mexico, and several countries in Latin America and the Caribbean

Competitors:

• Other satellite operators, such as Intelsat, SES, and Telesat, also offer high-throughput satellite services
• Terrestrial broadband providers, such as fiber-optic and wireless networks, also compete for market share

Challenges and Opportunities:

• Faces competition from terrestrial broadband providers and other satellite operators
• Must navigate regulatory hurdles and spectrum allocation issues in various countries
• Has opportunities to expand its services and customer base, particularly in underserved and remote areas where traditional broadband infrastructure is lacking.