In 1962, Telstar, the first television telecommunications satellite was launched from Cape Canaveral, making possible the first relaying of television programs across the Atlantic.

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GE-3 is virtually the only carrier for PBS's national network, which distributes programs to local public television outlets via the satellite.

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In the U.S. viewers with satellite television can watch its soap operas, game shows and reality programs like India's take on American Idol.

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