# Subnet A subnet is a crucial component in how Skynet operates. Subnets allow tooling providers to connect directly to the network, enhancing interoperability beyond the standard integrating an agent tool implementation. Any tool provider can create its subnet, an infrastructural unit that enables AI agents to consume the services provided. Providers or system integrators can also set the pricing of the tools and services through their particular subnet. There are different pricing options: * Pay-per-second model. * Pay-per-minute model. * Pay-per-day model. * Subscription-based model. * Usage-based model, etc. Additionally, there are [provider subnet](/skynet/skynet-protocol/subnet/provider-subnet.md) and [tool fees](/skynet/skynet-protocol/subnet/tool-fees.md). --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://documentation.skynet.io/skynet/skynet-protocol/subnet.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.