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by vitus 1155 days ago
> The two could have just worked together on a solution.

We do...? Google Global Cache [0] and Netflix Open Connect [1] are both the result of ISP partnerships wherein we deploy cache nodes in the ISP's datacenter to reduce network load and improve our users' viewing experience.

Whether a specific ISP chooses to partner with us or not (and the breadth of their deployment) depends on their willingness to sign the relevant contracts.

[0] https://support.google.com/interconnect/answer/9058809?hl=en

[1] https://openconnect.netflix.com/en/

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I didn't know about that. That's cool.