What is an Autonomous System (ASN)?

Hi everyone! In this whiteboard video, we’re diving into Autonomous Systems (ASNs)—the backbone of internet routing! 🌐

Ever wondered how data travels across the internet without getting lost? It’s all thanks to ASNs and BGP working behind the scenes. Whether you're a networking newbie or just curious about how the internet functions, this video breaks it down in a simple, visual way.

🔹 What you’ll learn:
✅ What an Autonomous System (ASN) really is
✅ How ASNs keep the internet organized (and why they’re like "postal codes" for networks)
✅ The role of BGP (Border Gateway Protocol) in routing traffic
✅ Why big companies (like Google & AWS) need their own ASNs

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Thanks for watching, and see you in the next one!
– J