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Some tasks and applications require not only a steady internet connection for streaming but also high-speed access to accommodate the high rates of data being handled. Those data-heavy activities include online and cloud gaming, livestreaming, ultra-HD and 4K video streaming, and real-time video calls and conferences. That's not to say you can't do these activities on a low bandwidth connection, but it's definitely going to alter the experience and likely not for the better. That also means most of these activities are something you'll want to do from a workstation with a wired connection or a really good wireless setup. What about a satellite internet connection? If you're remote or using satellite internet somewhere, would you be able to do these activities?

The short and sweet answer is yes. Satellite internet like Starlink can sustain many of these activities, not the least of which is online and cloud gaming.…