Amazon has recently proposed the launch of satellites under its ever grand "Project Keeper". This has been initiated by the company for the basic Internet service provision to the whole world. This satellite network of Amazon can provide the internet to places that are so remote and unreachable in the world, where no traditional internet infrastructure is available.
**Objective of Project Keeper**
Of all the ambitious projects under Project Keeper, Amazon plans to launch over 3,000 satellites into space in the first phase. Low orbit is the site where these satellites will be positioned near the planet, thus providing the most efficient access to the speediest internet service possible. In addition, this project will conquer the digital divide by widely promoting internet access.
**Launch Procedure**
The first satellite under Project Keeper is expected to be launched by mid-2024. Amazon has established new plants to manufacture satellites equipped with world-class technology. The company has involved several engineering teams in this project, which will assist in designing, manufacturing and testing satellites.
Amazon has further clarified that the Project Keeper program is meant to be utilized not only in internet service delivery, but also in emergency communication, weather forecasting and other educational applications.
**Competition and Action**
Now, coming into direct competition with other organizations under the name of Project Keeper, it would, however, include SpaceX's Starlink, competitors like OneWeb, and the likes. Starlink has already begun service for millions of clients using its satellite network. However, Amazon does not want to fall behind in competing and has initiated several strategies to provide seamless and quality services.
**Effect in Various Fields**
With this project, it is expected that a reliable internet connection can be extended to many areas. This will prove to be most helpful in areas that are very patchy to almost completely nonexistent in terms of internet access. Internet access becomes vital even for schools, hospitals, and businesses as it builds up the potential for growth and prosperity.
**Environmental protection and ethical concerns**
However, many ethical issues raised with respect to the launching of Project Keeper should increase the number of satellites. Besides this, there are also reservations about whether these satellites could interfere with other uses of space. Amazon has said that they are ready to take appropriate precautions in this direction.
**Conclusion**
Amazon's Project Keeper is daresay a very nice and full-fledged project with actual features. It not only ensures the increased connectivity of the internet but also ensures several changes economically and socially. In the coming years, it would be interesting to see how successfully Amazon is able to implement this ambitious project and establish its effects on society at large.