Haines residents are checking out Starlink, a satellite internet provider owned by Elon Musk that offers fast-speed service at rates competitive with AP&T.

Starlink plans offer speeds from 50 to 250 megabits per second (mbps) for $100 per month plus $600 for a one time installation kit. The company also claims it will provide more affordable global mobile phone service in 2023, that will allow customers worldwide use without call fees or roaming charges.

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