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IXPs in the US and Internet Peering

Internet Exchange Points (IXPs) are the backbone of the modern internet, enabling direct traffic exchange between ISPs, CDNs, and cloud providers to reduce latency, enhance performance, and cut costs. In the US, IXPs like Mass-IX in Boston and DE-CIX New York drive connectivity, supporting cloud, 5G, and AI-powered networks. This comprehensive guide by Macronet Services explores their historical evolution, technical operations, and economic impact, detailing their distribution across states like California (25 IXPs) and Texas (18 IXPs). With insights into growth trends, challenges like the digital divide, and future innovations, this article equips CIOs and IT leaders with strategic knowledge to optimize network infrastructure in 2025 and beyond.

The Latest in Large Language Models

Large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT 4.0, Claude 3.7, Grok 3, Llama 3.1 405B, Gemini 2.5 Pro, and Mistral Large 2 are transforming businesses with AI-driven customer engagement, operational efficiency, and strategic decision-making. This guide explores the latest advancements, parameter counts, and technical architectures to help IT and business leaders harness the power of AI for competitive advantage.