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Alaskan Provider Announces Starlink Collab

The low earth satellites will help connect hard to reach areas of the state.

Michael D. Melero

Jul 18, 2024 — 1 min read

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July 18, 2024 – Alaskan mobile and voice provider GCI announced on Wednesday a collaboration with Starlink to enhance connectivity solutions for GCI Business customers using advanced satellite technology to enhance broadband access in Alaska.

Starlink is a low earth orbit satellite internet constellation operated by SpaceX that aims to deliver reliable and fast internet connectivity in underserved areas, particularly in areas that are hard to reach with physical infrastructure. Alaska is one of most sparsely populated states with many hard to reach addresses.

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