Word / Term | Definition |
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Autonomous System Number (ASN) |
Autonomous System Number (ASN): Autonomous System (AS) is a collection of IP networks in the Internet and routers under the control of one entity (or sometimes more) that presents a common routing policy to the Internet. A unique ASN is allocated to each AS for use in BGP routing. With BGP, AS numbers are important because the ASN uniquely identifies each network on the Internet. |
Asia Pacific Network Information Centre |
Asia Pacific Network Information Centre (APNIC) is the Regional Internet Registry for the Asia-Pacific region. APNIC provides number resource (IP and AS number) allocation and registration services that support the global operation of the Internet. It is a not-for-profit, membership-based organization whose members include Internet Service Providers, National Internet Registries, and similar organizations. |
Application Form |
“Application Form” means a form prescribed for applying for the license for the operation of NIX services. |
Access Provider |
shall include IGW Operators, ICX Operators, IX Operators and such licensed operators whose network shall have the provisions to provide interconnection with the networks of other operators. |
Access Network Service Operators (ANS Op) |
PSTN, Cellular, Cable Service Provider and ISPs who have a direct access with the subscribers. |
Access Network Service (ANS) Operator |
PSTN, Cellular, Cable Service Provider, Data Service Provider and Internet Service Provider who have a direct access with the subscribers or end users; |