Is starlink better than fiber?

Starlink isn't as fast as fiber, but it still reaches broadband speeds according to the FCC. Fiber can be 4-5x faster vs Starlink, with a lower monthly cost, and better reliability. Latency is also lower. The downside of fiber is that it isn't available in many places in the US, especially in rural areas.

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2024-01-10 17:33:49

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Does starlink have high ping?
Starlink's Latency and Ping Values: Real Life Results
Starlink boasts numbers ranging from 20-40 ms for all their plans, and the real-world use sits just about in the same ballpark. When connected to high-speed servers that do not have a lot of traffic, Starlink can get to 20 ms speeds on both WiFi and over ethernet.
2024-01-19 20:52:18

How fast is starlink?
How Starlink internet can connect you in remote areas. SpaceX's Starlink internet has grown from Elon Musk's futuristic idea to offer a satellite internet provider with broadband speeds (50–500 Mbps) and unlimited data for $110–$500 dollars a month.
2024-01-17 13:04:35

How low does starlink fly?
Starlink is a constellation of thousands of satellites that orbit the planet much closer to Earth, at about 550km, and cover the entire globe. Because Starlink satellites are in a low orbit, latency is significantly lower—around 25 ms vs 600+ ms.
2024-01-13 05:51:34

Does rain interrupt starlink?
What is this? Performance during rain is unrelated to the shape of your dish. Round and Square dishes perform equally during bad weather. The effect of weather is also felt more by Starlink RV and Starlink portability users as they get deprioritized during periods of congestion.
2023-11-19 03:29:03

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