ENABLING GLOBAL INTERNET CONNECTIVITY WITH LOW EARTH ORBIT SATELLITES MATTHEW MCALONIS, TECHNICAL FELLOW/GLOBAL LEADER OF ENGINEERING- AEROSPACE, DEFENSE, AND MARINE BUSINESS UNIT TE CONNECTIVITY (TE)
think that people everywhere enjoy this same level of connectivity. However, there are millions of people in remote parts of the world who don’t have access to the internet and the opportunities connectivity provides. The race is on to deliver internet connectivity with Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites to bridge this gap and enable universal connectivity.
Think for a moment about what your life would be like without reliable, high-speed internet access. Consider how much more difficult it would be to work, play, live, and learn. A secured, wired connection brings the internet into your home and workplace. A reliable cell connection keeps you connected when you’re on the move. It’s easy to take these for granted and
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