Requirements

• CDN interconnection seems to be at odds with CDN value proposition

  • Need to ensure quality of service between providers
  • Not easy!

• Becomes more difficult with arbitrary topologies

  • May be easier with CDNs than layer-3 because CDNs are overlay
    • Equals dense interconnection

• CDN interconnection must also take into account paranoia regarding content assets

  • Who do I trust to distribute my content?

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