Internet exchange points in New Zealand

Internet exchange points (IXPs) are where networks connect and exchange data. They allow internet service providers, content companies and other network operators to pass traffic directly between each other.In principle, this keeps local traffic within New Zealand. Instead of sending data through international transit providers, networks can exchange it locally. In practice, not all networks peer domestically, so some traffic still travels via overseas routes.Local peering means lower latency and lower costs.What internet exchange points doIXPs provide a meeting place for networks. Participants connect their infrastructure and agree to exchange traffic, a process known as peering.Without IXPs, much of this traffic would travel via third-party networks, often taking longer routes. By connecting directly, networks can improve performance and make more efficient use of capacity.IXPs in New ZealandNew Zealand’s IXPs are mainly located in Auckland, close to the country’s largest data…