Peering is the connection of one network operator to another network operator to exchange traffic originated by each network operator.

The vast majority of peering does not attract traffic charges - it is known as “settlement-free peering”.

Peering takes place in two forms:

1. Private peering
2. Public peering

Private peering is where there is a private connection between the two network operators for the purpose of exchanging traffic.

Public peering takes place at a public peering point, commonly known as an Internet Exchange Point (IXP).

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