What is cogent?

Cogent is a multinational internet service provider that operates in North America, Europe, and Asia. The company provides internet access, Ethernet transport, colocation services, and other IP-related services to businesses, governmental organizations, and other entities. Cogent's main focus is on providing high-speed, low-latency, and reliable connectivity to their customers through their extensive fiber optic network. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Washington D.C., with additional offices in London and Hong Kong. As of 2021, Cogent is ranked as the 7th largest ISP in the world and has over 100,000 customers across various industries.