Rural Broadband Shake-Up: Satellite vs. Fiber Debate

Evan Feinman exits the BEAD program warning against a shift from fiber to satellite internet in rural areas, which could lead to slower, costlier connections. He criticizes the new administration's tech-neutral stance, urging adherence to Congress's direction for better connectivity.
Rural Broadband Shake-Up: Satellite vs. Fiber Debate

πŸš€ The exit of the rural broadband director raises questions on the shift to slower, costly satellite internet. Is this the right move for rural America? πŸ€” #BroadbandDebate #TechPolicy


  1. Evan Feinman leaves the broadband program, warning against favoring satellite over fiber for rural internet.
  2. New administration's tech-neutral stance may reduce fiber connections, increasing satellite use.
  3. Feinman calls this shift a disservice to rural America, benefiting Elon Musk instead.

Engadget: Director of rural broadband program exits with a warning about shift to β€˜worse’ satellite internet

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