Primary definition
One or more routers under a single administration operating the same routing policy. (SP 800-54) (NISTIR) A collection of IP networks for which the routing is under the control of a speci c entity or domain. (UK 2016)
Also known asAS · Autonomous System Number · ASN
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One or more routers under a single administration operating the same routing policy. (SP 800-54) (NISTIR) A collection of IP networks for which the routing is under the control of a speci c entity or domain. (UK 2016)
The Cyber Glossary · 2024
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Autonomous System. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 13, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/autonomous-system
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