NL-IX Peering Now Available at Our NL Location
We would like to announce that NL-ix peering is now available at our Equinix data center in the Netherlands. First, let's take a closer look at what NL-ix is and how it works, as well as what changes users can expect if they have services from BlueVPS located in the Netherlands.
What is NL-ix?
NL-ix is an Internet Exchange Point (IXP) based in Europe. Think of it as a central hub where different networks meet to exchange data. Instead of your traffic taking a long detour through multiple networks, it can go directly through NL-ix, making everything faster and more efficient. By connecting multiple data centers and internet providers, NL-ix allows them to share traffic directly, cutting out unnecessary middlemen.
Benefits BlueVPS Customers Will Experience with NL-ix Peering
1. Faster Traffic and Lower Latency
Since traffic is exchanged through NL-ix and data flows directly between networks and data centers without additional intermediaries, everything becomes faster and more stable.
2. Improved Network Reliability
Direct connection to NL-ix reduces the risk of network congestion, as traffic follows a more optimal route.
3. Optimized International Traffic
For users with IP addresses in the Netherlands, exchanging traffic through NL-ix provides a more stable connection and faster access to European resources.
4. The availability of local NL ISPs, including Ziggo and T-Mobile, has significantly improved, providing BlueVPS users with more reliable and faster connectivity.
Let’s clearly compare what has changed after connecting NL-ix to Equinix NL.
Ziggo
| Equinix NL | Serverius NL |
|---|---|
| Download: 898.38 Mbps | Download: 790.82 Mbps |
| Upload: 2709.89 Mbps | Upload: 2689.37 Mbps |
| Ping: 0 ms | Ping: 1 ms |
T-Mobile
| Equinix NL | Serverius NL |
|---|---|
| Download: 785.00 Mbps | Download: 518.51 Mbps |
| Upload: 1531.36 Mbps | Upload: 1070.07 Mbps |
| Ping: 4 ms | Ping: 20 ms |
By enabling NL-ix peering at our Netherlands data center, we’re taking another step to ensure top-notch performance for our hosting services. Directly connecting to one of Europe’s largest Internet Exchange Points means your data travels faster, your services stay stable, and our users get a smooth, uninterrupted online experience.
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