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Why Colocation & BDIX Hosting Matter

For ISPs, SaaS platforms and growing enterprises, placing servers in a professional datacenter with BDIX/IXP connectivity can dramatically improve speed, reliability and control.

What is Colocation Hosting?

Colocation means you own the physical server, but you place it in a datacenter rack instead of your office. The datacenter provides:

  • Stable power with UPS and generator
  • Cooling and physical security
  • High-capacity internet connectivity
  • Remote hands and monitoring

What is BDIX and Why It Matters

BDIX (Bangladesh Internet Exchange) lets local networks exchange traffic directly without going through international routes. For users in Bangladesh this means:

  • Much lower latency to BDIX-hosted content
  • Higher speeds for local streaming and downloads
  • Lower upstream transit cost for ISPs

Benefits for ISPs

ISPs can host:

  • Core services like DNS, CGNAT logs, management servers
  • Caching servers, streaming servers, VoIP softswitches
  • Customer portals and billing platforms

By placing them in a BDIX-enabled datacenter, you reduce latency and dependency on unstable office power.

Benefits for SaaS & Application Providers

If you are building software for Bangladeshi companies, local hosting gives:

  • Faster response times for end-users
  • Better data compliance and jurisdiction
  • Direct peering with major ISPs and corporate networks

Colocation vs VPS vs Cloud

Each has a use case:

  • VPS/Cloud: fast to start, flexible resources
  • Colocation: full control over hardware, network and security
  • Hybrid: mix of both depending on workload

How OnnetBD IT Helps

We assist clients with:

  • Planning server specs and rack space needs
  • Deploying servers in BDIX-connected datacenters
  • Configuring OS, security, monitoring and backup

👉 Explore our Colocation & Datacenter services or message us for a custom hosting design.