Interconnection notes
Peering, BGP, edge infrastructure and network security — written by the people building Peer1IX.
Measuring the ROI of Software-Defined Interconnection
A simple framework to quantify what a connectivity hub saves in recurring cost, engineering time and project delays.
How Fintechs Use DC-to-DC Links for Always-On Payments
Digital payments have no closing time. How payment and fintech platforms use private interconnects to stay available and consistent.
Live Sports at Scale: Why Edge Infrastructure Matters on Match Day
When millions tune in at the same moment, central infrastructure strains. How edge data centers and local peering help live sports streams…
How Local ISPs Can Join a Micro PoP: A Simple Onboarding Path
Small and mid-sized ISPs can connect to a nearby Micro PoP without a large team. Here is the onboarding path, step by step.
The Peer1IX Vision: 1,200 Exchange Points Across 150 Cities by 2030
Why we are building a hyper-local interconnection platform for Bharat, and what 1,200 exchange points across 150 cities will change for net…
Private Interconnects and Latency for Security Services
Routing traffic through a security provider can add latency. Private interconnects and local presence keep it low.
IPsec for Partner and Vendor Access
Vendors and partners often need access to specific systems. A dedicated IPsec tunnel with strict policy keeps that access controlled.
Securing Cloud-to-Cloud and Partner Traffic With FWaaS
Traffic between clouds and with partners often goes uninspected. Placing FWaaS on the fabric closes that gap.
Reflection and Amplification Attacks: How They Work
Many of the largest DDoS attacks use reflection and amplification. A clear explanation — and what every network can do to stop contributing.
Redundant Private Links With Diverse VXCs
A single VXC depends on one port at each end. How to design redundant private connectivity on the fabric.
Port Security on the Peering LAN: Rules Every Member Should Know
A shared peering LAN only works if every member keeps it clean. The rules that protect the fabric — and why they exist.
Shared Address Space 100.64.0.0/10: What It Is and Why It Exists
The 100.64.0.0/10 range was set aside specifically for carrier-grade NAT. A short explainer and some common pitfalls.