Direct Internet 3 takes advantage of new data compression, caching and network optimization techniques to enhance Internet connectivity through the Iridium satellite network. Powered by SlipStream(R) SP6.0 with Now!Imaging(TM) compression technology, Direct Internet 3 uses concurrent object delivery functionality to accelerate page download speeds for image-rich websites.
According to independent testing conducted by appLabs Technologies, an international third-party independent product/solution testing and certification organization commissioned by SlipStream Data Inc., Direct Internet 3 makes Internet browsing up to 5.4 times faster than with no acceleration or Internet optimization technology installed. This is 20 percent faster than the previous optimization software, Direct Internet 2.
Direct Internet 3 supports the Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 and any 64-bit version of the Windows operating system, as well as Mac OS.The new Direct Internet 3 installer guides the user step-by-step through the installation and configuration of software.
Iridium continues to enhance its offerings in preparation for Iridium NEXT, the Company’s next-generation satellite constellation expected to begin launching in 2015. The introduction of Direct Internet 3 is part of Iridium’s program of continuous improvement in network quality and customer satisfaction.
All new Iridium 9555 phones will offer the Direct Internet 3 download package as a standard feature. For existing phones in the field, a complimentary upgrade is available through the customer’s service provider. For more information on Direct Internet 3, visit www.iridium.com/Iridium9555.
In addition, www.iridium.com/mobile is now available for use inconjunction with this software. This optimized mobile version of the Iridium website, with smaller file sizes and fewer graphics, enables visitors to access content on top websites 10 times faster. Iridium customers can bookmark this as a home page to quickly access news, finance, sports and reference websites.
