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The network has
been engineered for the high-availability demands of today's active
websites. The data
centers and network have been optimized for performance. Please take
a look at the list of network
providers, a testament to the redundancy of the network.
Connectivity
Connections to multiple backbones are used to ensure that the network is
reliable and data can be delivered in the most efficient manner.
BGP4
Routing
The network utilizes Border Gate Protocol (BGP4). BGP4 protocol is the
standard that allows for routing of packets of information sent out from
the network. BGP4 routing creates a truly redundant network by routing
traffic over the most efficient route possible. Data is automatically
redirected through another route in the event of a router failure.
Should a backbone provider fail, packets are automatically redirected
through another provider.
Bandwidth
Utilization
The network has plenty of excess capacity, even during peak hours. This
accommodates large spikes in traffic that are often associated with
active websites. Network connectivity is constantly enhanced and new
routes often added in an effort to make sure content is delivered to
your users as efficiently as possible. Always maintaining proper
bandwidth headroom also provides for maximum uptime, even if one
provider has an outage.
Monitoring
Two data centers are monitored 24/7 by highly qualified network
administrators. The HTTP port is monitored while
Ping
tests are conducted every 5 minutes to
verify that the servers are active. In the event that a port is
unreachable, an email is sent to every member of the technical staff.
Additionally, engineers are provided with real-time status,
notification, and forecasting of network events.
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