Commercial Internet eXchange

(CIX) The CIX is a non-profit, 501(c)6, trade association

coordinating Internet services. Its member organisations

provide TCP/IP or OSI data internetwork services to the

general public. The CIX gives them unrestricted access to

other worldwide networks. It also takes an interest in the

development and future direction of the Internet.

The CIX provides a neutral forum to exchange ideas,

information, and experimental projects among suppliers of

internetworking services. The CIX broadens the base of

national and international cooperation and coordination among

member networks. Together, the membership may develop

consensus positions on legislative and policy issues of mutual

interest.

The CIX encourages technical research and development for the

mutual benefit of suppliers and customers of data

communications internetworking services. It assists its

member networks in the establishment of, and adherence to,

operational, technical, and administrative policies and

standards necessary to ensure fair, open, and competitive

operations and communication among member networks. CIX

policies are formulated by a member-elected board of

directors.

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