Why do I actually need DE-CIX?

"You can never have enough bandwidth" - this widespread quote has become a reality for many internet users. The ever-increasing demands for speed and reliability make a fast and stable Internet connection indispensable. This is where DE-CIX comes into play. But why is DE-CIX so important and what are the benefits of peering? In this blog article, we will answer exactly these questions and show you why DE-CIX is also important for you.

The advantages of DE-CIX are manifold and offer numerous reasons why you can benefit from using it.

• You have control over your routing and IP traffic flows. Decide for yourself where your network exchanges traffic with other networks. This allows you to avoid congested IP transit routes.
• Peering saves you money. Direct communication between networks means there are no costs to third-party providers for forwarding data.
• Peering optimizes the efficiency of your network. By connecting directly to DE-CIX, you get optimal traffic routes to the most important networks and benefit from a more efficient network with lower latency, less packet loss and higher throughput.
• Improved performance and user experience guaranteed Thanks to the high performance of the exchange point, you will enjoy faster access times and a better user experience for services such as video streaming and cloud computing.

In conclusion, we hope this article has given you a better understanding of why DE-CIX can benefit your business and the opportunities that peering offers. If you would like to learn even more about DE-CIX and peering, don't hesitate to contact us.