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This is basic infrastructure/utility and should be run by the government (with companies as contractors).


I was recently looking at getting starlink. During my research I got a good chuckle at the realization that it’s more cost effective for SpaceX to launch thousands of satellites into space for starlink then it is for someone to dig a goddamn hole to provide adequate service.

Even slightly rural places it’s not cost effective for traditional isps to dig a cable so what’s the markets solution? Launch thousands of satellites! I don’t know why you’re being downvoted. The market has failed, requiring external forces to intervene(the government). Whether it be Title 2ing them or allowing municipal competition something needs to happen


Yes. It should absolutely become less agile, over-regulated, more expensive, and less convenient.


Don't forget that government institutions invented the internet, then companies messed it up.


lmao?

'messed it up'- care to elaborate?




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