Internet2

Internet2 is a not-for-profit United States computer networking consortium led by members from the research and education communities, industry, and government. The Internet2 consortium administrative headquarters are located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, with offices in Washington, D.C. and Emeryville, California.

Internet2 is a community?providing a secure high-speed network, cloud solutions, research support, and services tailored for research and education such as higher education, research institutions, government entities, corporations and cultural organizations.

Internet2 is a non-commercial prototype of internet1?it support research, universities and agencies at a speed of 10 gigabits per second and more. The backbone of internet2 is made up of large-capacity fiber optics cables. Unlike Internet1 it has much fewer users and much faster connection.

• Developing and maintaining a leading-edge network.
• Fully exploiting the capabilities of broadband connections through the use of new-generation applications.
• Transferring new network services and applications to all levels of educational use, and eventually the broader Internet community.

Why was Internet2 created?

As the Internet becomes more congested, many universities realize a need for their own high-speed network that provided higher priority and responsiveness to education and research. The Internet2 project starts and preparations to build the new network and its applications begin.

Is Internet2 a separate network?

Internet2 is not a separate physical network, and it will not replace the Internet, but rather will bring new capabilities to the Internet through the collaboration of academia, industry, and government.

What is the goal of Internet2?

The primary goals of Internet2 are to:?Create a leading-edge network capability for the national research community. Enable revolutionary Internet applications. Ensure the rapid transfer of new network services and applications to the broader Internet community.

What is the difference between Internet 1 and Internet2?

Internet2 is a non-commercial prototype of internet1?it supports research, universities and agencies at a speed of 10 gigabits per second and more. The backbone of internet2 is made up of large-capacity fiber optics cables. Unlike Internet1 it has much fewer users and much faster connection.

Click here to learn more about Internet2 https://internet2.edu/