Internet Routing & Peering
What Is BGP and Why Does It Matter?
Border Gateway Protocol, or BGP, is used by networks to exchange routing information. It helps determine how traffic reaches destinations across the internet. BGP in practical terms Networks announce which IP prefixes they can reach. Routing policies then influence which paths are selected, allowing operators to manage connectivity between networks. Read More
Read morePeering vs IP Transit: What’s the Difference?
Peering and IP transit both connect networks, but they serve different purposes. Understanding the distinction helps network operators plan reachability, performance and cost. What is peering? Peering is the exchange of traffic between networks, commonly at an internet exchange or through a private interconnection. The scope depends on the routes… Read More
Read moreWhat Is an Internet Exchange Point?
An Internet Exchange Point, or IXP, is infrastructure where participating networks can exchange traffic. It creates opportunities for more direct interconnection between networks. Why networks connect to IXPs Peering can reduce dependence on indirect paths and give operators more control over how selected traffic is exchanged. The benefit depends on… Read More
Read moreWhat Is IP Transit and Who Needs It?
IP transit is a service that connects an organisation’s network to the wider internet. It is commonly used by internet service providers, hosting businesses, content networks and organisations that operate their own autonomous system and need to exchange traffic with destinations beyond their direct network relationships. How does IP transit… Read More
Read moreWhat Is Remote Peering and How Does It Work?
Internet exchanges allow networks to exchange traffic directly. Remote peering gives an organisation access to an exchange without requiring it to install equipment and maintain a physical presence at every exchange location it wants to reach. What is peering? Peering is an arrangement in which networks exchange traffic directly. This… Read More
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