#internet-access

#internet-access

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The cancellation of the Starlink contract may severely limit access to legal services for remote Indigenous communities in northwestern Ontario.

The shift toward 'tech-neutral' internet may favor satellite providers like Starlink over traditional fiber options, causing potential setbacks for fiber investments.

Internet access and community disparities remain critical topics in tech.

Writing is essential for sharing knowledge and influencing tech community standards.

Taara, an optical internet company, is spinning off from Alphabet's X, aiming to connect rural regions using laser technology.

Prisoners at Challapalca prison accessed the internet illegally through antennas discovered by authorities.

Spacecoin is focused on decentralizing internet access using satellites and blockchain technology, promoting underserved regions' connectivity.

Access to popular adult sites is increasingly limited in the US South due to new age verification laws.

New York's $15 internet plan for low-income residents will remain in effect after the Supreme Court's refusal to hear challenges against it.

Data caps disproportionately affect low-income households who struggle with additional fees during crises.

There is an urgent call for FCC regulation of data caps to protect vulnerable consumers.

Republicans are pushing for major changes to a broadband deployment program, potentially delaying funds and altering requirements for low-cost Internet services.

Nokia and NTT DATA are deploying private 5G networks globally, enhancing internet access in underserved areas, starting with Brownsville, Texas. Ensures fast, reliable connectivity.

Verizon experienced a major outage affecting mobile services, particularly impacting calls and internet access for many users.

Many VPN services do not prioritize user privacy and logging can lead to data risks.

Tailscale offers a viable alternative to paid VPN services by creating secure virtual networks.

The pervasive presence of smartphones among children raises developmental concerns, prompting schools to ban devices in classrooms.

Cloudflare outage affects global site access, with users reporting error messages despite no official acknowledgment of problems.

Intermittent access issues are region-specific, affecting platform availability.

Google's initiative connected three billion users but left another three billion people offline, highlighting a significant digital divide.