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Satellite Information

Satellite Info Made possible by your generous  donations Donations Ivy Stone Place Sathero Meters DMS International BLOG How many Satellites are Orbiting the Earth? As of early  2026 , there are approximately  14,500 active, operational artificial satellites  orbiting the Earth. However, the exact answer depends heavily on whether you are counting only active machinery or everything we've left up there. The numbers break down like this: 1. Active Satellites (~14,500) The sheer volume of active satellites has skyrocketed in recent years due to commercial "mega-constellations." The Starlink Factor:  Out of the roughly 14,500 active satellites,  nearly 10,000 belong to SpaceX's Starlink  internet network alone. The Rest:  The remaining 4,600 or so operational satellites are split globally among commercial entities, scientific organizations, weather agencies, and militaries. 2. Defunct Satellites (~15,000 total combined) If you include "dead" satellit...

June 2026 Satellite update release

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FREE Satellite / Transponder Lists Made possible by your generous  donations Donations Download Sathero Meters DMS International BLOG June 1, 2026 Sat / TP List Details Satellites: 222 Transponders: 4488 DVB-S2: 3651 DVB-S: 837 Vertical Polarity: 1851 Horizontal Polarity: 1965 RH Polarity: 347 LH Polarity: 325 PDF Pages: 90 PDF Size: 985.6 kB EPUB Size: 34.7 kB Satellite / Transponder list is now in EPUB as well as PDF. EPUB greatly reduces the size of the file. This is a reference list (not to be loaded into any meter), download to your PC, laptop, smartphone, etc and carry this reference list with you. This list contains: C-band Ku-band Ka-band - as a reminder, most meters, receivers, and LNBs in use will not do Ka band. Active and inactive transponders Download Now Want to know when new Satellite lists are released? Sign up for one or more of our Newsletters. Ivy Stone Place   DMS International   Sathero Meters Attention bloggers & website owners,  follow.it ...

Open Source Software to replace 'pay for' software

Open Source Software Alternatives Power your PC with Open Source Software Donations Ivy Stone Place Sathero Meters DMS International BLOG In 2026, the open-source ecosystem has matured to the point where "alternatives" often rival or even surpass the features of their proprietary counterparts, especially regarding privacy and customization. Below are the top-rated open-source alternatives for the most common software categories. Note that some softwares shown here require payment for the full version. Most of them have a very generous free version. Office & Productivity LibreOffice :  The gold standard for replacing Microsoft Office. It is fully compatible with .docx, .xlsx, and .pptx and recently added native Markdown support and significantly faster spreadsheet calculations. OnlyOffice:  A sleeker, web-focused alternative that is excellent for real-time collaboration. It's often used as a self-hosted replacement for Google Docs or Office 365. Master PDF Editor 5 : M...

Satellite List Update for May 1, 2026

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FREE Satellite / Transponder Lists Made possible by your generous  donations Donations Download Sathero Meters DMS International BLOG May 1, 2026 Sat / TP List Details Satellites: 225 Transponders: 4504 DVB-S2: 3659 DVB-S: 845 Vertical Polarity: 1862 Horizontal Polarity: 1983 RH Polarity: 339 LH Polarity: 320 PDF Pages: 90 PDF Size: 1002.9 kB EPUB Size: 37.1 kB Satellite / Transponder list is now in EPUB as well as PDF. EPUB greatly reduces the size of the file. This is a reference list (not to be loaded into any meter), download to your PC, laptop, smartphone, etc and carry this reference list with you. This list contains: C-band Ku-band Ka-band - as a reminder, most meters, receivers, and LNBs in use will not do Ka band. Active and inactive transponders Download Now Want to know when new Satellite lists are released? Sign up for one or more of our Newsletters. Ivy Stone Place   DMS International   Sathero Meters Attention bloggers & website owners,  follow.it ...

Overview of KeePassXC-Browser Extension

KeePassXC-Browser extension The official browser extension Donations Ivy Stone Place Sathero Meters DMS International BLOG KeePassXC-Browser  is an official browser extension for the KeePassXC password manager that allows users to autofill passwords stored in their KeePassXC database directly into web forms. It enhances security by enabling users to manage their passwords without relying on cloud services. Overview of KeePassXC-Browser Extension KeePassXC-Browser is an official browser extension designed to work with the KeePassXC password manager. It allows users to autofill passwords and manage their credentials directly within web browsers. Key Features Browser Compatibility:  Available for major browsers including Google Chrome, Firefox, Microsoft Edge, and Vivaldi. Autofill Functionality:  Automatically fills in usernames and passwords on websites, enhancing user convenience. Secure Communication:  Uses native messaging to communicate with the KeePassXC applicat...

April 2, 2026 Sat / TP List Details

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FREE Satellite / Transponder Lists Made possible by your generous  donations Donations Download Sathero Meters DMS International BLOG April 2, 2026 Sat / TP List Details Satellites: 225 Transponders: 4515 DVB-S2: 3663 DVB-S: 852 Vertical Polarity: 1862 Horizontal Polarity: 1990 RH Polarity: 345 LH Polarity: 318 PDF Pages: 90 PDF Size: 1004.8 kB EPUB Size: 35.1 kB Satellite / Transponder list is now in EPUB as well as PDF. EPUB greatly reduces the size of the file. This is a reference list (not to be loaded into any meter), download to your PC, laptop, smartphone, etc and carry this reference list with you. This list contains: C-band Ku-band Ka-band - as a reminder, most meters, receivers, and LNBs in use will not do Ka band. Active and inactive transponders Download Now Want to know when new Satellite lists are released? Sign up for one or more of our Newsletters. Ivy Stone Place   DMS International   Sathero Meters Attention bloggers & website owners,  follow.it...

aliases in your KeePassXC

aliases in your KeePassXC The "Double-Tap" Workflow Donations Ivy Stone Place Sathero Meters DMS International BLOG Since KeePassXC doesn't have a built-in API connector for alias services (unlike Bitwarden), the "integration" is more of a workflow strategy. It’s all about making the KeePassXC-Browser extension and your alias service work in tandem. Here is the most efficient way to handle this on a desktop setup: 1. The "Double-Tap" Workflow The smoothest way to manage this is to use the browser extension for your alias service (SimpleLogin or Addy.io) alongside the  KeePassXC-Browser  extension. Generate:  When on a sign-up page, click your alias extension icon to generate a new address and copy it. Paste & Register:  Paste the alias into the "Email" field on the website and create your password. The Catch:  Once you hit "Submit" or "Register," the KeePassXC-Browser extension will detect the new credentials. Save:  C...