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Will co-operative IXPs proliferate in regional markets? Will this give small ISPs, acting collectively, more leverage with the larger carriers (Exodus and GTE )?

What is it about exodus? Are you sure they wont peer?

I was referring to the row between Exodus and GTE sometime back when GTE decided they didn't want to peer with Exodus anymore. Exodus, collectively with other ISPs, was able to arrive at a satisfactory arrangement with GTE. My knowledge of the altercation is superficial and I may have my facts wrong. I think it is interesting that smaller ISPs may be able to act collectively to negotiate on somewhat more even footing with the major ISPs.