[tjohns]

The whole point of satellite Internet is to fill in connectivity gaps where you can’t otherwise run high-speed fiber or wireless towers.

It does not avoid government control. Even ignoring local legalities, at the very least it will be under the physical control of whichever country hosts the nearest ground-segment station.

[immibis]

There can be multiple ground stations.

[DarthNebo]

I get the connectivity point but surely you would also need unfettered internet access if you live in countries which actively censor/cripple it like Russia, China, NK etc.

[quinnjh]

And arguably exists to maintain said geocontrol