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Telesat, one of the world's leading satellite operators, successful launch last Sunday the Anik F2 - the world's largest commercial communications satellite. Telesat's Anik F2 also makes history as the first satellite to fully commercialize the Ka frequency band - a breakthrough satellite communications technology for delivering cost-effective, two-way broadband services. Telesat's Anik F2 will enable dramatic improvements in access to two-way, high-speed Internet services for consumers and businesses. The satellite will also provide new capacity for a wide range of broadcasting and telecommunications services across North America. "With Anik F2 we enter a new frontier in satellite communications - not just for Telesat, but also for the global communications industry," said Larry Boisvert, Telesat's president and CEO. "Once again, Telesat is making advanced communications more accessible for everyone. With Telesat's Anik F2, North American consumers and businesses will have access to the most advanced broadband services - anywhere and anytime." Anik F2 will be used in innovative ways for both commercial and public services. For example, the Canadian government can use Anik F2 to improve services to remote communities through tele-health, tele-learning and other applications.
