The London Internet Exchange ("LINX") is an Internet exchange point (IXP) situated in London. It was founded in 1994 by a group of Internet service providers. LINX is a founder member of EURO-IX, a Europe-wide alliance of Internet Exchanges. It is currently the fourth largest neutral IXP in Europe in terms of average throughput.
LINX is a not-for-profit organisation (Company Limited by Guarantee). Internet service providers join LINX as members and sign a memorandum of understanding. Members collectively 'own' the company and all members have a single vote at AGMs and EGMs in matters relating to finances, constitution, and what activities LINX may carry out. Members also periodically elect the LINX non-executive board of directors. Members meet at regular LINX meetings to discuss technical, corporate governance, and regulatory matters. LINX has a mandate to not actively compete with its members.
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