With an advanced network of high-capacity satellites and built-in SmartTechnologies™, HughesNet® delivers a secure, reliable broadband connection that's always on—so you can enjoy more of what you love to do online.

A request for a Web page is sent from your computer to a satellite about 22,000 miles out in space. At this altitude, the satellite's period of rotation (24 hours) matches the earth's, and the satellite always remains in the same spot over the earth (geosynchronous orbit). Because Internet via satellite is so technologically advanced, this distance hardly makes a difference, even with rural Internet connections.

The satellite contacts the Hughes Network Operations Center (NOC) which locates the specific Website you have requested.

The Website beams the information back along the same path to the NOC, then to the satellite, and then to your computer through your HughesNet dish and modem. Although the signal travels a great distance, there is only a fraction of a second delay during this transmission. This is similar to the delay you may have experienced when using a cell phone. In most cases, latency isn't apparent while surfing online. Once the technology is set up in your home, connecting to the Internet via satellite is simple

Top 10 Reasons to Choose HughesNet

HughesNet is rural broadband that's available to you no matter where you live in the United States, even where cable and DSL don't reach.

With HughesNet Gen4, you'll be able to watch video clips, download music, shop, chat, and learn – all faster than ever.

Use it with both Windows and Macintosh operating systems.

Free up your phone – no missed calls, no dialing in, no extra phone line needed. You can even talk on the phone and surf the Web at the same time.

After you select the right high-speed satellite Internet plan for you, a certified HughesNet installer will contact you to schedule your installation. We take care of everything, so you'll be surfing in no time.

Once installed, the satellite dish sends and receives information over the Internet and delivers it to your computer through your satellite modem, giving you secure and fast Internet access.

Hughes operates several Network Operations Centers (NOCs) that are equipped to monitor networks at all times.

All Hughes Network Operations Centers are staffed with qualified engineers to provide professional and reliable customer support. If you have a question regarding your Internet access, contact Customer Care any time.

With more than 2.5 million systems installed in more than 100 countries, Hughes has a proven track record of performance. No one understands your needs like Hughes.

For over 40 years, Hughes has been developing and implementing satellite technology. As the pioneer in the satellite industry, Hughes offers unparalleled satellite Internet services.

HughesNet is your best choice in satellite Internet, with great speeds and download capacity—and now with built-in SmartTechnologies that make your Internet experience fast.

HughesNet  is our fourth-generation high-speed satellite Internet service, designed to give you more of what you need, including dramatically improved performance and support for high-bandwidth applications like social networking, watching videos and listening to music.

All across America, HughesNet is helping people in rural and suburban area get high-speed Internet service. Listen to what our customers have to say...

The HughesNet service we just installed is a major improvement for satellite Internet. It is about 15 times faster than the old service and has made my Internet use much more enjoyable. Thanks so much for providing such a great Internet service. Mark - LA

...Everybody I dealt with in getting Internet set up was just fantastic and very professional and helpful. They made doing business with HughesNet a pleasure. Enda - TN

I am very satisfied at this point with our overall experience and am delighted with ending dial-up. Linda - PA

All my Internet needs have been met with this service, I'm hoping this is going to be good. Anything is better than dial-up, and your cost is great. Thank you for this service. Marsha - NY

I'm very satisfied with my Internet, and think you're all doing a truly wonderful job! Donald - MS

Overall I think that everything was perfect. I told them what I was trying to do and they told me what I needed. I received the service very quickly and am extremely satisfied. Thank you so much for your help! Jennifer - AK

Just connected today – very happy with the speed and looking forward to discovering more online! Nancy - MI

Just keep doing what you are doing. Excellent, knowledgeable and very professional employees. A treat to find a company that still takes pride in servicing the customer. Russell – NY

I am very pleased with the speed of the service and the pricing of the service. Dale – MI

We feel that we are back in the Real World now that we have HughesNet Gen4. Getting online has become a pleasure again. I'd recommend HughesNet Gen4 to anybody that lives in a rural area and wants a high-speed Internet service! David - OH

Wow! I can have two computers, two cell phones and my Nook connected with little or no slow down. Keep up the improvement, it was worth the wait. Susan - WV

Great company. I think I will enjoy doing business with you. I know several who have HughesNet and are pleased. Why I chose company. Appreciate doing business with you! Doris - GA

Built-in Hughes SmartTechnologies™ make HughesNet fast, efficient, convenient and flexible. Discover how!

With super-fast speeds and great download capacity, HughesNet lets you do more of everything you want to do online.

Whether it's your home life, work life, or social life, HughesNet helps you be more connected—no matter where you live!

Here's a look at how we put all the puzzle pieces together to bring you the best satellite Internet service you can get, anywhere in America.

No matter which plan you choose, you'll enjoy email, social media, posts, and web-page views.

We're here to help, check out our frequently asked questions for more information on specific topics.

With over 600 dealers nationwide, getting HughesNet® service through a nearby dealer is easy and quick.

HughesNet gives you fast Business Internet service plus all these advantages:

Available everywhere—even in areas where DSL doesn’t reach

Speeds up to 15 Mbps*—so you can do more, faster

Reliability—from the leader in the industry

Suite of services—to meet your unique business needs

Secure connection—for one or many locations

Business-grade support—24/7 technical assistance