Published on: Friday, December 18, 2020 By: Bernama Text Size: Kuala Lumpur: The government is utilising satellite technology via the Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT) to provide internet service in rural and remote areas nationwide, the Senate was told. Deputy Communications and Multimedia Minister Datuk Zahidi Zainul Abidin (pic) said this was in line with the ministry’s move which focuses on improving communication infrastructure by providing high-speed broadband coverage using various technologies. However, he admitted that the use of satellite technology was not the best solution for the long run in providing such a service. ADVERTISEMENT “This is because broadband service provided through satellite technology has its weaknesses including capability based on limited capacity, high operation and maintenance costs, and stability issues in the event of bad weather or power outage.