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The BigDataCloud API is built as an ultra-scalable, truly enterprise-level system, capable of handling virtually any volume of queries.To ensure optimal availability and broad geographic coverage, we've developed a decentralised network of API servers. With each query, the nearest available API server responds, ensuring ultra-reliable and low-latency service....

To access BigDataCloud's premium API offerings, simply create an account and obtain an API key.Creating an Account:Click the "Sign Up" button located at the top right of our website.Follow the straightforward registration steps....

Accurate IP geolocation is pivotal for delivering a seamless online experience to users. While many platforms, such as news, social networks, and e-commerce sites, depend on precise geolocation data, it's the responsibility of Internet Service Providers (ISPs) and Autonomous System Numbers (ASNs) to ensure its accuracy. Any missteps can lead to user dissatisfaction and increased customer complaints....

The Free Client-side Reverse Geocoding API has been designed for exclusive use on the client side, in strict compliance with the fair use policy. Any breach of this rule could lead to an IP address being banned from accessing the API, thereby preventing the use of any of BigDataCloud's free APIs....

What is an Autonomous System (AS)?An Autonomous System (AS) is a collection of connected Internet Protocol (IP) networks, routers and other network equipment. The main feature of an AS is that it's administered and operated by a single organisation or entity. Each AS is distinctively identified through a unique number called an Autonomous System Number (ASN). This unique identifier is provided by the Internet Assigned Numbers Authority (IANA)....

Reverse Geocoding turns geographic coordinates into easily recognisable location names or details. It's crucial for many online services that rely on location insights. While companies like Google charge up to $0.005 per request and have usage limits, BigDataCloud offers a unique proposition....

What are FIPS codes?FIPS (Federal Information Processing Standards) codes are a set of numeric codes used to uniquely identify geographic areas within the United States. They were developed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to ensure consistent identification of states, counties, and other geographic entities in computer systems and databases. The number of digits in FIPS codes varies depending on the level of geography....

Understanding Border Gateway Protocol (BGP)Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) serves as a pivotal routing protocol, facilitating the exchange of information between routers on the internet. It's the linchpin that transforms the internet into a cohesive "network of networks", steering traffic amongst various ...

Welcome to our Javascript API Client for interacting with our Free Client-side Reverse Geocoding API!For web applications, mobile application containers, e-commerce, CMS and standard websites, our Javascript API allows you to perform API actions on the front end, without any server-side interaction required....

The BigDataCloud API offers the neat functionality of fetching names of localities in a language that suits your preference. You can easily achieve this by using two-character language codes, as laid out in the ISO 639-1 standard. These codes can be smoothly integrated as the '...