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Free-Space Optical Communication (FSOC) technology is offering secure, high-throughput data transfer that is faster than RF with minimal risk of interception or jamming. These characteristics are highly desirable in defence settings, especially for satellite-based and space-to-ground communication. However, FSO is not yet ready to operate as a stand-alone system in defence, primarily due to its limitations in atmospheric conditions such as fog, rain, turbulence, and alignment challenges. This technology thrives in the vacuum of space, but the operational complexity in atmospheric and terrestrial environments has restrained its real-world deployment.