Internet exchange made simple.

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 job falls to BGP. The Exchange Fabric Depending on the exchange and how much traffic you expect, you might connect with a 10G, 100G, or even bigger Ethernet port. That port usually sits on a dedicated peering VLAN. You

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 fiber. By connecting through FD-IX, NBBC gains access to a wide mix of ISPs, content networks, gaming platforms, and cloud providers spread across Indiana, Illinois, and Oh

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. * Engineering consultation * BGP review * Peering assistance * Route server setup * RPKI assistance * Looking Glass validation * PeeringDB * Traffic analysis Contact FD-IX today to learn how your network can optimize b