AS198978: the ALKANTE network
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Testar grátis 14 dias →AS198978 is an internet Autonomous System operated by ALKANTE (France). Here is what that means and why this number may show up when you investigate a connection on your network.
What is AS198978?
An Autonomous System (ASN) is a block of networks under a single control with its own routing policy on the internet. The number AS198978 was assigned to ALKANTE by an RIR (regional internet registry). All traffic entering or leaving that network is announced under this number.
Reach on the internet
AS198978 currently announces 1 IPv4 block(s), totaling 512 addresses (512 in all), registered in France. Services from ALKANTE are reached through these addresses.
What it means to see AS198978 on your network
When you investigate where a connection from your computer or phone comes from (or goes to), you may find AS198978. That means the other end sits on the ALKANTE network (France). It can be legitimate — a cloud service, an ISP, a CDN — or an unexpected connection worth checking.
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Perguntas frequentes
Who owns AS198978?
AS198978 is assigned to ALKANTE, registered in France.
What is an ASN (Autonomous System)?
It is a unique number identifying a network with its own routing policy on the internet. RIRs (regional registries) assign these numbers to carriers, ISPs and companies.
How many IP addresses does AS198978 control?
AS198978 currently announces 512 routed IPv4 addresses.