FD-IX Goes Live with Measurement Lab's BYOS Program
We're excited to share that FD-IX has joined Measurement Lab (M-Lab) as a Bring Your Own Server (BYOS) partner — and our server is now live on the Indianapolis fabric.
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Internet Exchange
What Really Happens Inside FD-IX
An Internet exchange, such as FD-IX, is basically a Layer 2 switch that a bunch of networks plug into. Each member connects their router to a port on the exchange. The switch just moves Ethernet frames between those routers. It does not pick which Internet routes get used. That
National Broadband Co-Op (AS400701) Joins FD-IX, Strengthening Regional Connectivity
The National Broadband Co-Op (NBBC) has taken a major step in its mission to support independent Internet providers by joining Fiber Data Internet Exchange (FD-IX). NBBC, operating under AS400701, represents operators who serve small towns, rural communities, and regions where the Internet depends on collaboration as much as
FD-IX Fast track for Bead winners
FD-IX has put together a fast track for BEAD members to optimize the most out of your new traffic. Are you looking to reduce your broadband operating costs? Are you looking to improve application performance for your customers? FD-IX now offers a BEAD Fast Track Package.
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Why CIOs should look at peering
When CIOs start thinking about network performance, peering usually isn't the first thing on their list. Firewalls, SD-WAN, another bandwidth upgrade, maybe a second ISP for redundancy. All of that has its place. But none of it touches the one thing that actually determines where your traffic
George Washington, the Delaware, and Direct Routes
When George Washington crossed the Delaware River on Christmas night in 1776, the goal was simple. Reach the objective by the most effective path
FD-IX is growing again in Indianapolis
FD-IX gives Indianapolis networks a place to meet. If your routers are still sending local traffic out of market by default, peering may give you a cleaner path. Better routes are not magic.