August 2000
Intermediate to advanced
528 pages
12h 44m
English
This chapter covers the following key topics:
ISP services— A basic categorization of Internet service providers in terms of physical access methods, basic services, and security options.
ISP service pricing— An overview of issues that affect pricing of ISP services.
ISP backbone selection criteria— Criteria for evaluating ISPs in terms of their network topology and traffic exchange agreements.
Demarcation point— Distinguishing the provider's network, equipment, and responsibilities from those of the customer.
Before we go deeper into the technical subject of interdomain routing, it is important for you to be familiar with some basic provider services and characteristics that affect the ...
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