This 4th of July, Celebrate Freedom… and Lower Latency
As fireworks light up the sky this Independence Day, we’re reminded of what it means to be free—free to make our own choices, free to control our own future, and free from unnecessary dependence. That spirit of independence doesn’t just apply to nations—it applies to networks, too.
At FD-IX, we believe in network sovereignty. Peering on our Internet Exchange empowers networks to reduce their reliance on costly transit providers, cut down latency, and take back control over their routing destiny.
What Does Network Independence Look Like?
Instead of sending your traffic across distant paths through multiple third-party transit providers, peering at FD-IX allows you to:
-Connect directly to other regional and national networks
-Improve performance with shorter, faster routes
-Lower costs by reducing upstream transit usage
-Strengthen reliability by diversifying your traffic paths
It’s the networking equivalent of replacing a long, winding supply chain with a handshake and a handshake deal between neighbors.
Why FD-IX?
FD-IX isn’t just another exchange—it’s your regional gateway to faster, smarter interconnection. With multiple locations across the Midwest and growing partnerships, we offer more than just ports—we offer peering freedom.
Whether you’re a school district, healthcare network, ISP, or enterprise, peering with FD-IX means joining a community committed to improving the Internet, together.
This 4th of July, Take the Next Step Toward Your Own Network Independence
Let this Independence Day be your reminder: you don’t have to depend solely on transit. Peering gives you options. FD-IX gives you the platform.
Freedom isn’t just a holiday—it’s a routing decision.