Starlink has become a significant solution for many people worldwide, especially those living in underserved and rural areas where internet service is often expensive, slow, and comes with strict data limits. Unlike 5G home internet services that rely on existing cellular networks, Starlink provides satellite dishes to customers, allowing them to transmit and receive internet data from a constellation of low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellites. In recent years, Starlink has expanded its service to include RV and boat owners, as well as aircraft.

However, the service remains controversial, not only because of the behavior of its owner, but also due to the position of the satellites in LEO, which can disturb astronomers. The satellites can reflect sunlight and temporarily disrupt astronomical observations as they pass by. These concerns apply not only to Starlink satellites but also to any other similar constellations, which have the potential to interfere with radio telescopes. To address this, SpaceX has taken measures such as applying a dark coating on the satellites to reduce reflections.