The network is mainly open to researchers, academics and students at nearly 200 Research & Education institutions, government/public services and research centra. All three user groups are entitled to network connectivity and research bandwidth at more than fair rates (subsidized). BELNET connectivity even includes access to the pan-European research network Géant and the American Internet2.

 

For internet service and content providers and large private companies, BELNET also operates a central infrastructure for exchanging internet traffic, called the Belgian National Internet Exchange or BNIX. Other activities are the Federal Metropolitan Area Network (FedMAN), the supercomputing network GRID and the Belgian National Computer Emergency Response Team, CERT.be.

 

Every single BELNET customer enjoys Standard services without extra charge related to connectivity. To meet more demanding customers, the organisation offers Plus services such as an e‑collaboration platform. The full set of services makes BELNET a one-stop-shop for their every network need.

 

In short, the organisation is dedicated to provide R&E with an excellent infrastructure, to participate in global innovation. And to develop and share optimally via BELNET, “the network of knowledge”.