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direct broadcasting satellite Last modified: Friday, September 07, 2007
Abbreviated as DBS, a direct broadcasting satellite is a type of satellite used for consumer services such as the transmission of radio and television programs. A direct broadcasting satellite is similar to a fixed service satellite (FSS) however it offers a higher power output requiring smaller antennas for receiving the signal.
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