Investigating Connectivity and Traffic Engineering in Internet eXchange Points
Abstract
Efficient traffic delivery is essential for Internet operations, and network operators use traffic engineering to influence routing between Autonomous Systems (ASes). Internet Exchange Points (IXPs) are fundamental, enabling the interconnection of thousands of ASes. The choice of where to interconnect directly impacts traffic delivery, as each IXP offers different connectivity options. This study analyzes data from seven IXPs to investigate their composition, the number of connected ASes, and traffic behavior, as well as to assess how ASes use traffic engineering techniques to favor specific IXPs.
Keywords:
Internet eXchange Point, Autonomous System, Traffic Engineering
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Published
2024-11-27
How to Cite
PEREIRA, Joaquim; MARCOS, Pedro.
Investigating Connectivity and Traffic Engineering in Internet eXchange Points. In: REGIONAL SCHOOL OF COMPUTER NETWORKS (ERRC), 21. , 2024, Rio Grande/RS.
Anais [...].
Porto Alegre: Sociedade Brasileira de Computação,
2024
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p. 47-52.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5753/errc.2024.4664.
