NAP Last modified: Thursday, February 12, 2004
Short for network access point, a public network exchange facility where Internet Service Providers (ISPs) can connect with one another in peering arrangements. The NAPs are a key component of the Internet backbone because the connections within them determine how traffic is routed. They are also the points of most Internet congestion.
•E-mail this definition to a colleague• For internet.com pages about NAP . Also check out the following links! Ameritech and the Chicago NAP Describes Ameritech's involvement in the creation of the Chicago Network Access Point. Louisville Network Access Point The Louisville-NAP™ will provide a hub where Internet traffic can be exchanged among ISP’s and private businesses to facilitate faster Internet communications in the Louisville area.	Internet and Online Services Internet Backbone backbone backbone provider Internet ISP MAE NSP peering Give Us Your Feedback Shopping NAP Products Compare Products,Prices and Stores Shop by Category: Pets 145 Store Offers Office Supplies 43 Store Offers Sport and Outdoor 951 Store Offers Baby Care 401 Store Offers Building Supplies 967 Store Offers