Billions remain unconnected to the internet, especially in rural areas. To bridge this digital divide, companies like SpaceXâs Starlink and Amazonâs Project Kuiper are launching satellite constellations in low Earth orbit. Starlink, with over 7,000 satellites, offers speeds up to 220 Mbps to over four million subscribers. Project Kuiper, targeting 3,236 satellites, aims for speeds up to 400 Mbps with its optical inter-satellite link technology. Both initiatives are set to improve internet access globally, especially in underserved regions.
Competing with Starlink, Kuiper's optical inter-satellite link (OISL) technology promises transmission speeds rivaling terrestrial fiber, with test results showing up to 400 Mbps.
Starlink uses laser-based inter-satellite connectivity to enhance data transfer efficiency, reducing reliance on ground networks and making it easier for users to access the web.
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