Clearwire wireless Internet to be distributed by satellite

KIRKLAND, Wash. – Clearwire’s wireless Internet will be carried on satellite in a unique deal with DIRECTV and EchoStar Communication’s DISH network. Both satellite companies will be able to offer Clearwire’s high-speed service with the planned launch later this year, while Clearwire hopes to soon be able to distribute the video services of one or both of the satellite companies. That would mean the companies could each offer high-speed Internet, video, and voice services. DIRECTV and EchoStar can sell Clearwire’s high-speed as a bundle, or on a standalone basis. All three companies said in a news release that they’re confident...