DNSstuff.com Launches New Proactive Monitoring Service and Membership Option.Industry Surveys Show That 70% of Domain Name System Settings Are Improperly Configured NEWBURYPORT, Mass. -- DNSstuff.com (www.dnsstuff.com), the Web's premiere destination for DNS (Domain Name System) A system for converting host names and domain names into IP addresses on the Internet or on local networks that use the TCP/IP protocol. For example, when a Web site address is given to the DNS either by typing a URL in a browser or behind the and network tools, today announced that it has launched a new membership option with enhanced tools and reporting, as well as a proactive monitoring and alerting service A service provided to notify appropriate organizations regarding aircraft in need of search and rescue aid, and assist such organizations as required. for DNS issues. These new offerings will help provide the one and a half million IT professionals who rely on DNSstuff.com with constant monitoring and knowledge of their networks' status and security. There are 76 million domains on the Web, and a user survey by DNSstuff.com shows that the DNS settings for nearly 70% of active domains are improperly configured. These incorrect settings can lead to site outages or improperly routed email, and in the midst Adv. 1. in the midst - the middle or central part or point; "in the midst of the forest"; "could he walk out in the midst of his piece?" midmost of the lucrative holiday season this could mean a large financial impact. "Reacting quickly to DNS problems is critical to any business. DNSstuff.com's new membership and alerting service will be a great tool to proactively monitor DNS 24x7," said Troy Sorzano, director of professional services (job) professional services - A department of a supplier providing consultancy and programming manpower for the supplier's products. , of RippleTech Inc. "At RippleTech we monitor, alert and log all critical events; DNSstuff.com gives us the advanced DNS alerting we require. DNSstuff.com is a vital tool and great educational resource for any IT professional." DNSstuff.com is the preeminent pre·em·i·nent or pre-em·i·nent adj. Superior to or notable above all others; outstanding. See Synonyms at dominant, noted. [Middle English, from Latin prae web application and resource for IT professionals to better monitor and maintain DNS settings. The application's free tools allow users to both test and confirm the accuracy of their settings. The new membership option and monitoring service The general surveillance of known air traffic movements by reference to a radar scope presentation or other means, for the purpose of passing advisory information concerning conflicting traffic or providing navigational assistance. shift the emphasis of DNSstuff.com from network maintenance to proactive prevention. "As the Web evolves, so must our tools and services designed to help IT professionals maintain their networks," explained Paul D. Parisi, CTO (Chief Technical Officer) The executive responsible for the technical direction of an organization. See CIO and salary survey. of DNSstuff.com. "By shifting our emphasis from simple maintenance tools to proactive prevention and education, we are giving DNS professionals the ability to maintain a healthier Internet experience for their customers and partners with less effort and for only a few dollars a month." Membership Option Membership at DNSstuff.com includes a number of new features in addition to the alerting and monitoring services for only $36 per year. Features include: * Access to Member Tools page containing eight new tools, including Zone File Dump, Website HTTP Headers HTTP Headers form the core of a HTTP request, and are very important in a HTTP response. They define various characteristics of the data that is requested or the data that has been provided. , and SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) The leading security protocol on the Internet. Developed by Netscape, SSL is widely used to do two things: to validate the identity of a Web site and to create an encrypted connection for sending credit card and other personal data. Examination * Ability to post questions to DNS experts on the DNSstuff Forum * More efficient WHOIS lookups * Higher threshold for IP blocking IP blocking prevents the connection between a computer or network and certain IP addresses or ranges of addresses. IP blocking effectively bans undesired connections from those computers to a website, mail server, or other Internet server. and priority status for unblocking * Membership includes one free DNSalert annual subscription Monitoring Service DNSalerts proactively track emerging changes to DNS and instantly notify users with up-to-the-minute reports. This provides peace of mind for IT professionals, allowing them to maintain the integrity of their networks with less effort but with more around-the-clock insight into their DNS health. These alerts and reports are available for $30 per year per domain, or can be purchased in multi-packs at a discount. More information about DNSstuff.com membership plans and proactive alerting and monitoring services can be found at www.dnsstuff.com. About DNSstuff.com DNSstuff.com is the Web's premiere destination for DNS professionals, offering free online tools to monitor and maintain one of the most vital, yet vulnerable, lynchpins in the infrastructure supporting the Web - the Domain Name System. DNSstuff.com is a web application that provides expertise and all the tools necessary to ensure that your DNS operates smoothly, efficiently and safely. It is one of the largest and most trusted communities of IT professionals on the Web, and can be found at www.dnsstuff.com. |
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