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Starlink is crucial to Ukrainian defense — here’s how it works

Fast internet in underserved regions sounds promising. But how does Starlink work? And why is Elon Musk's SpaceX satellite internet so controversial?

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Fast internet in underserved regions sounds promising. But how does Starlink work? And why is Elon Musk's SpaceX satellite internet so controversial?