Elon Musk's Starlink is poised to enhance broadband infrastructure in the UK, as telecom regulator Ofcom proposes temporary spectrum licenses to increase its capacity. Starlink will gain access to additional E band frequencies at existing ground stations in Hampshire, Suffolk, and Cambridgeshire, enabling it to offer better internet services, particularly in rural areas. These licenses come with safeguards to prevent interference with existing services and aim to promote investment and innovation in satellite technology, thereby improving internet access for hard-to-reach communities.
Starlink's expansion is set to enhance the UK's broadband infrastructure by increasing its capacity to serve rural and remote areas through new spectrum licenses.
Ofcom stated that granting these licenses will benefit users in the UK by enabling Starlink to boost service capacity, fostering innovation and growth.
With a constellation of low-Earth orbit satellites, Starlink provides vital internet access to communities lacking reliable broadband, addressing significant connectivity challenges.
The proposed licenses come with technical safeguards to prevent interference, ensuring that Starlink can enhance its offerings without disrupting existing services.
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