alt Hacker NewsEh, I think the economics of rural areas play a role as well, and this “wasteful” way is actually very well suited for serving that long tail.
Eh, I think the economics of rural areas play a role as well, and this “wasteful” way is actually very well suited for serving that long tail.
But the long tail isn't served. The reality of your statement turns out to be that, if there aren't enough customers to justify an expensive tower or wire, no service will be provided at all.