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Network Architecture Definition

Tier 1

A network that can reach every other network on the Internet without purchasing IP transit or paying settlements.

Tier 2

A network that peers with some networks, but still purchases IP transit or pays settlements to reach at least some portion of the Internet.

Tier 3

A network that solely purchases transit from other networks to reach the Internet.

Source: Wikipedia

 

 

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