AS16426 City of Columbus

About AS16426

Ownership of AS16426

AS16426, or Autonomous System Number 16426, is owned by Sparklight, previously known as Cable One, Inc. It is a telecommunications company that primarily offers high-speed internet, cable television, and telephone service.

Main Operational Activity

The main operational activity of Sparklight, the owner of AS16426, involves providing broadband services to residential and business customers. They focus on connecting individuals and businesses to the internet with reliable infrastructure and customer service.

Establishment of AS16426

Information about the exact establishment date of AS16426 is not readily available in public AS registry databases. Typically, the creation date of an AS number correlates with the expansion phase of the owning entity's network infrastructure but is not widely publicized.

Malicious Use of AS16426

Like any large network, AS16426 might occasionally be used for malicious activities such as hacking or spamming either due to compromised systems within its network or because of abuse by users. However, without specific data or reports from credible sources, it is not possible to accurately state the extent of such activities.

As per the details from CleanTalk's database, which collects and analyzes IP addresses involved in spamming activities:

• No significant evidence currently suggests that AS16426 is predominantly used for malicious intent.


• CleanTalk provides a platform to check IP addresses against their blacklist, offering insights into their reputation.