ARIN-prop-332: Internet Exchange Point Definition [Archived]

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Problem Statement

The term “Internet Exchange Point” appears in the NPRM as an entity eligible for special allocations and treatment but is not clearly defined. This proposal seeks to define the term as it relates to ARIN policies.

Policy Statement

2.18 Internet Exchange Point

An Internet Exchange Point, also known as an Exchange Point, Internet Exchange, IX, IXP or NAP, is a shared, physical, Ethernet switching fabric used by three or more autonomous systems for the exchange of data destined for and between their respective networks.

Timetable for Implementation

Immediate.

Comments

None at this time.

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