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Comment by rjh29

9 hours ago

I mean it's more to do with the cool factor of using a satellite, not practical concerns. Practically a mobile failover is superior if you have coverage.

See the power outage in Iberia as a counterpoint.

Also when there's a fiber cut, it usually takes out everyone since there are frequently shared conduits or poles.

Everyone reverting to mobile usually takes everyone out.