White Papers
White Papers
Learn more about interconnection and related topics. Below you will find information about interconnection, cloud connectivity, peering, technical guides, market spotlights on the interconnection needs of different industries, and studies on the global telecommunications landscape.
Information about interconnection and peering
Study: The birth of an international Internet hub
This playbook for developing a digital society explores what is an international Internet hub and the key ingredients in establishing one, using the UAE-IX in Dubai as a case study.
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How to access DE-CIX
There are multiple options for how you can connect to the DE-CIX interconnection platforms. If you are unsure how to get connected, download our handy guide with all the details…
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Organizational, security, and resilience measures at DE-CIX
DE-CIX implements a range of organizational, security, and resilience measures to keep our interconnection platform and our customers’ networks safe. In this white paper, we summarize what kinds of protection…
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Getting ready for network optimization
This workbook will help you to establish the current state of your network so you can start to move forward with network optimization.
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Why is the Internet a bigger target than ever
DE-CIX's Blackholing white paper shows results of the first ever IXP Blackholing study and explains why you should use Blackholing to mitigate DDoS attacks.
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Beyond the Internet: Bringing financial services into the era of custom connectivity
Find out how interconnection benefits the finance industry and how to optimize and future-proof your business network infrastructure.
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How interconnection drives the digital transformation of enterprises
Learn how Internet Exchanges and the interconnection services they offer can help to future-proof businesses to deal with ever increasing amounts of data and new applications.
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How enterprises benefit from direct access to Microsoft
Get our white paper to find out how enterprises can benefit from direct access to Microsoft's services such as Microsoft 365 with Microsoft Azure Peering Service.
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Mitigating cloud concentration risk: An enterprise checklist
Cloud adoption is highly beneficial for enterprises across all sectors but it does raise the risk of cloud concentration. Our checklist outlines the capabilities you must tick off in order…
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Put the strategy behind strategic cloud adoption
Enterprises see cloud adoption as a strategic imperative, but many lack a strategy to make the most of the cloud. Download the infographic to learn how to create clearly defined…
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Why do I need an ASN?
Having an ASN is the key to multi-homing and "real redundancy". It also allows you to peer at an Internet Exchange, and take advantage of interconnection services such as Microsoft…
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Connected enterprise
Learn about the impact of digital transformation on network infrastructure and the new era of enterprise connectivity.
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Beyond the Internet: The era of custom connectivity
Learn about the benefits of interconnection and how to optimize and future-proof your business network infrastructure.
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Traffic routing basics (BGP focus)
Learn more about inbound and outbound routing, how a router decides which path is best, localpref, MED and AS-PATH rules, and best practices.
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How to start peering at DE-CIX
Learn how to start peering at DE-CIX: How to get your port up and running, how to configure your route server peering, and verifying settings. Find out more by downloading…
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10 useful tips on how to maximize the benefits of peering
Learn how to maximize the benefits of peering by optimizing your routing data base entry, using the route servers, and by verifying your prefix amounts. More useful tips in our…
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10 reasons why you should peer
From reduced cost to improved user experience, peering has many benefits for all sorts of businesses. Download our white paper to find out why you should peer.
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When to peer and when to use transit
At one point or another in your network’s growth cycle, you will ask the question: When should I peer and when should I use transit? In this white paper we…
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To peer or not to peer?
It is obvious: Peering empowers network architects and engineers to optimize performance, enhance control, and streamline operations in today’s interconnected world.
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DDoS mitigation with Blackholing Advanced
Download the white paper The Blackholing Advanced service allows you to minimize damage inside your network by dropping Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) packets before they enter your network –…
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The power of peering
For digital businesses, almost every function is underpinned by the Internet. As the volume of data traffic continues to soar, and end-users demand seamless connectivity and lightning-fast speeds, peering has…
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How to optimize the usage of GlobePEER and GlobalPEER Remote
A BGP configuration guide All our locations provide a local peering ecosystem, built by networks using the GlobePEER service. In addition, with access in one of our interconnected locations, you…
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Connecting via a connectivity partner to DE-CIX in North America
Leveraging transport network connections to reach an Internet Exchange is a sought-after solution to many companies. In North America, you can access the DE-CIX Apollon platform via connectivity partners. Benefits…
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Remote-triggered Blackholing for network operators
Denial of Service (DoS) and Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks are becoming more and more harmful. Not only the targets of such attacks suffer, but also the whole infrastructure…
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DE-CIX API Handbook
DE-CIX API, based on the IX-API, supports fully end-to-end automated processes. Download the guide to learn more about the DE-CIX API and how you can use it to provision services.
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Cloud Concentration risk – what it is and how to mitigate it
Cloud adoption is accelerating in the finance sector as changing customer expectations push banks and other financial institutions to emulate the speed, agility, scalability, and efficiency of cloud-native organizations. But…
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Building connectivity for the world of tomorrow
Perhaps you’re adopting new cloud applications? Maybe you’re exploring the possibilities for virtual collaboration following the shift to hybrid working? Or you may even be automating your operations with newly…
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The secret to AI success
If global enterprises currently agree on one thing, it’s that innovating with artificial intelligence (AI) is critical to long-term success. From product design and production through to customer use, AI…
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How to set up the Microsoft Azure Peering Service
In this technical white paper, we explain what the Microsoft Azure Peering service is all about, how it is used, and what the differences to other setups and paths to…
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Step by step guide to connecting to Microsoft Azure
The DE-CIX DirectCLOUD service provides private, direct, and secure access to cloud service providers, including Microsoft Azure. Access with DirectCLOUD guarantees more reliability, faster speeds, and lower latencies than typical…
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How to connect to AWS using DE-CIX DirectCLOUD
DE-CIX’s Cloud Exchange service DirectCLOUD provides private access to cloud service providers like AWS just via a VLAN. In order to help our customers to get the most out of…
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How to connect to Microsoft via DE-CIX’s DirectCLOUD service
DE-CIX’s DirectCLOUD service provides private access to cloud service providers just via a VLAN. In order to help our customers to get the most out of our services, we assists certified…
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The finance industry is in the grip of digital transformation
It has been said many times that business is in the grip of a digital transformation. The technological foundation on which business is conducted today is clearly shifting, from monolithic…
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The car as connected platform – interconnection needs in the automotive industry
All industries are in the grip of digital transformation today. The way that business is conducted is shifting from monolithic, on-premise IT systems to a platform-based model in which companies…
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Study: The birth of an international Internet hub
A playbook for developing a digital society What region does not want to become a point of reference for globally operating capital, a stronghold for innovations, and a location for…
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The Southern European interconnection landscape
Is Southern Europe ready to meet the challenges of the digital age? Can the region provide the robust and diverse network, cloud, and data center infrastructure needed to support network…
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New interconnection markets in Southeast Asia
Singapore is undisputedly the network hub of Southeast Asia. That is not likely to change anytime soon. But changes are brewing in the region. International operators are injecting fresh network…
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Madrid: A digital hub for Southern Europe
This report examines the opportunities and challenges for Madrid to become a digital hub for Southern Europe, and presents the elements that should shape Madrid’s strategy. It was prepared by…
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Subsea cables and interconnection hubs – The interplay of diversifying routes and peering markets
The interplay of diversifying routes and peering markets The global interconnection environment is in the midst of dynamic growth phase. A new breed of cable builders is spearheading a surge…
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Istanbul’s position in the global telecommunications landscape
In this white paper, TeleGeography reviews Turkey’s international connectivity; its existing and planned infrastructure; transport and IP transit pricing trends; the colocation market; and the potential for Istanbul as a…
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In this market study, TeleGeography examines Spain’s international connectivity, its proximity to extensive subsea cable infrastructure, local demand, and pricing factors that will boost Madrid as an interconnection point. To…
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Internet infrastructure & interconnection in India
This market study reviews India’s international connectivity; its existing and planned infrastructure; transport and IP transit pricing trends; the colocation market; and the potential for Mumbai as a regional interconnection…
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Marseille’s position in the global telecommunications landscape
Following an initial report in 2015, DE-CIX commissioned TeleGeography to re-examine the position of Marseille in the global telecommunications landscape. In assessing the role of this strategic location, this paper…
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Palermo’s position in the global telecommunications landscape
In this market study, TeleGeography reviews international capacity to Palermo; existing and planned submarine cables in the Mediterranean; the colocation market; and other trends that could spur more interconnection to…
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IDC INFOBRIEF: How connectivity will help enable the top IT trends
The pace of enterprise IT is moving faster and faster, but without high quality, reliable, and secure network connectivity, organizations will stumble on their digital transformation journeys. “64% of organizations…
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Portugal: A global interconnection hub
A gateway to Europe, a gateway to the world Portugal has been highlighted as a destination of opportunity for business investment, education, lifestyle, and leisure. Reported growth rates in these…
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