GigaPix

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GigaPIX is a non-profit Portuguese Internet exchange point which was established in October 1995 (only known as Pix at the time). Giga Pix is managed and operated by FCT|FCCN. GigaPIX increases the quality of the IP network connections in Portugal by avoiding the usage of international links for traffic that is local, saving money and reducing costs. GigaPIX is a founding member of EuroIX.[1]

GigaPIX operates as a neutral Internet Exchange Point, facilitating high-speed traffic switching between connected organizations. This significantly enhances the quality of IP interconnections within Portugal. Additionally, it helps in reducing the reliance on international transit links for managing traffic that is local in scope. and preventing the usage of international transit links for traffic with local scope.

Physically, Giga Pix has four Exchange Points in two different cities, three in Lisbon and one in Porto, improving even further the connectivity among Portuguese local networks.[2]

List of Members

The list of GigaPIX members can be found here.

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