微软与星链合作扩大全球农村互联网接入

Microsoft has announced a new collaboration with Starlink to accelerate rural and remote internet access globally, extending its digital inclusion strategy beyond terrestrial infrastructure. The update comes as the company reports it has already expanded connectivity coverage to more than 299 million people worldwide, surpassing its earlier target of reaching 250 million by the end of 2025. The partnership deepens Microsoft’s efforts to close what it describes as the “last-mile” connectivity gap—regions where fiber, cable, and mobile networks remain economically or physically difficult to deploy. By integrating satellite broadband from Starlink, Microsoft aims to bring reliable internet to communities that remain disconnected from education platforms, healthcare systems, financial services, and modern economic opportunities. …