The ITG centers in Juneau and Anchorage are connected via the ITG statewide data network, which serves customers located throughout the state. Although ITG maintains a multi-protocol backbone, it is the intent to move to a single Internet Protocol WAN that connects LANs in Anchorage, Fairbanks, Juneau and other hub cities. Agency connections are made via leased line or dial-in to the regional backbone hub. Several other locations have dedicated connections. The ITG WAN has Internet addresses available to hook into national and international networks.
Internet traffic is based out of two access points, one in Anchorage and the other in Juneau.
All costs associated with the installation and annual operation of these network connections is the responsibility of the sponsoring agency. In the past, Network Service usage was measured by logical unit sessions for SNA and TN3270. WAN usage was measured by the number of ports hooked up on a monthly basis. Technology changes have resulted in these no longer being distinct services. The new methodology establishes a rate based on devices connected to the statewide data network.