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Data Center Fundamentals

Connectivity & Networking

Understand how data centers connect to the internet and to each other through carrier-neutral facilities and peering.

What you'll learn

  • Understand carrier-neutral vs. carrier-specific facilities
  • Identify major fiber providers and carriers
  • Understand peering and internet exchanges
  • Recognize the importance of network redundancy

Lessons

  1. 01Carrier-Neutral FacilitiesLearn why carrier neutrality is a key differentiator and value driver for colocation providers.11 min
  2. 02Fiber Providers & CarriersIdentify the major telecommunications carriers and fiber providers serving data centers.12 min
  3. 03Internet Exchanges & PeeringDiscover how internet exchanges (IXPs) enable direct peering and reduce latency and costs.13 min
  4. 04Cross-Connects & InterconnectionLearn how cross-connects enable direct connections between customers in the same facility.11 min
  5. 05Network Redundancy & Diverse PathsUnderstand how geographically diverse fiber paths ensure network uptime.12 min