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The Army conducted a desert trial to test commercial satellite links, revealing both challenges and opportunities for using commercial technology. The trial aimed to assess the feasibility of using commercial options instead of bespoke technology. Brig. Gen. Shane Taylor highlighted the potential for commercial tech to meet military needs at a lower cost.
The use of commercial satellite links could provide the Army with cost-effective and efficient communication solutions, potentially reducing reliance on custom-made technology. This approach aligns with the military's efforts to leverage commercial innovation to enhance its capabilities.
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