A Tier 1 network is an Internet Protocol (IP) network that can reach every other network on the Internet solely via settlement-free interconnection (also known as settlement-free peering). [1][2] Tier 1 networks can exchange traffic with other Tier 1 networks without paying any fees for the exchange of traffic in either direction. [3]

Tier 1网络 （Tier 1 network）是一种仅通过免费 对等互联 （settlement-free interconnection、settlement-free peering）即可到达 互联网 所有其他网络的 网际协议 网络。

2023年2月9日 · A Tier 1 Internet Service Provider (ISP) is a company that provides internet services directly to customers without having to rely on another ISP. These companies have a large network infrastructure (Autonomous Systems – or AS) and are responsible for delivering internet services to a large customer base.

2024年9月29日 · Tier 1 ISP是这样一种ISP，它们可以访问互联网的任意角落，而不需要向任何人/单位缴纳任何费用。 它们构成了互联网的骨干，通常负责国家级之间的互连。

2023年7月26日 · Our global Tier 1 IP network connects 600+ PoPs, providing service reach to more than 140 countries—from North America to Europe, Asia to Australia. We operate with 220 Tbsp of total IP edge capacity and directly— connect to one-third of all internet routes.

Tier 1 IP Transit refers to the top level of internet service providers (ISPs) that have direct access to the entire global internet routing table, without having to pay for transit from other networks. These providers own extensive global networks, with physical infrastructure spanning continents and connecting countries.

2024年2月28日 · Tier 1 ISPs are technically defined as ISPs that gain access to the rest of the Internet solely through settlement-free peering relationships with other Tier 1 ISPs. Examples of Tier 1 ISPs include AT&T, Verizon, NTT, GTT, Cogent, Tata Communications, Deutsche Telekom, Arelion (formerly Telia), and Lumen (previously Level 3 and Centurylink).

A Tier-1 Internet Service Provider (ISP) has access to the entire Internet without having to pay for IP Transit. As a Tier-1 ISPs, Zayo has developed a significant global network presence and internet backbone, supporting substantial portions of Internet traffic today.

A Tier 1 Internet Network, also referred to as a Tier 1 ISP (Internet Service Provider), is a designation within the telecommunications industry that signifies the highest level of connectivity and autonomy in the global Internet infrastructure.

Our Tier 1 Global IP Network spans the Americas, Europe, Asia and Oceania, and provides top-tier IP transit services for your data, video and content. Experience highly reliable and secure global access tailored to your bandwidth and IP transit needs.