We want to promote Saxony as an attractive IT location with a focus on Dresden. Our main focus is the further expansion of the internet communication network. We committ as non-profit organisation.
### Operation of DD-IX
In addition to supporting the community, we run the internet exchange DD-IX at locations in Dresden. DD-IX sees itself as an open, non-profit platform for all internet participants with a AS in the region of Saxony.
Besides the peering LAN and our route servers for the core operation of the IXP, we run most of the systems of the association ourselves.
### Networking and Sharing Experiences
We are a reliable point of contact for organizations, science, business, and the public on issues relating to the internet. In addition to the exchange of experiences within the association and with external third parties, we conduct information and training events. Furthermore, we participate in community events.
## Association Work
The association is made up of committed members who work voluntarily for the achievement of the goals. Even though the association seems to be technical through IXP operations we are also involved in non-technical areas.
## Participation & Joining
Are you interested in working for the association? We are looking forward to you!
You do not have to be a member of the association to participate. But as a full member you have your own voting rights in the corresponding boards of the association. All legal documents of the association are linked at the bottom of this page.
<p class="text-xl">DD-IX is an Internet exchange for Dresden and whole Saxony. As a non-commercial platform, we are open to all Internet stakeholders that are interested in multilateral exchange of Internet traffic.</p>
<p class="text-xl">The DD-IX is operated by committed people of the DD-IX Dresden Internet Exchange e.V. The DD-IX Dresden Internet Exchange e.V. is a registered association under German law. Our mission is the economical, ecological, and robust exchange of data over the Internet. To enable direct data delivery between source and destination, we leverage the unique advantages of an Internet Exchage Point (IXP).</p>
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Optimal network packet forwarding is an important aspect of building a robust and efficient Internet. Peering with an IXP allows access to content and services provided by other network operators or ISPs without the need to establish many direct peerings among each other.
Optimal network packet forwarding is an important aspect of building a robust and efficient Internet. Peering with an IXP allows access to content and services provided by other network operators or ISPs without the need to establish many direct peerings among each other.
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An IXP also enables better resilience, as traffic can be transmitted even if a link to a particular network fails, as long as there are routes through alternative peering partners.
An IXP also enables better resilience, as traffic can be transmitted even if a link to a particular network fails, as long as there are routes through alternative peering partners.
Peering through an IXP like the DD-IX reduces the need for expensive Internet transit services. Because only the connection are paid for and not the data volume used.
Peering through an IXP like the DD-IX reduces the need for expensive Internet transit services. Because only the connection are paid for and not the data volume used.
