DynDNS' DNS Update API Selected by OpenDNS.MANCHESTER, N.H. -- OpenDNS has selected DynDNS' 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 Update API to power their newest feature, OpenDNS accounts. This mechanism allows OpenDNS users to set resolution preferences while on a dynamic IP address. DynDNS developed the API and has been providing dynamic DNS See DDNS. (DDNS (Dynamic DNS) A service that lets anyone on the Internet gain access to resources on a local network when the Internet address of that network is constantly changing. Such resources are typically a Web server, Webcam or a PC for remote control operation. ) services since 1998. "This is just another way that DynDNS' de-facto DNS Update API is being used to update Dynamic DNS hosts. We're happy to see that OpenDNS selected our industry leading standard," said Jeremy Hitchcock, DynDNS' CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. . DynDNS offers a Certification Program to recognize software and hardware that is fully compatible with the DNS Update API. To date, devices made by Linksys, Netgear, Patton, SonicWALL, and Sony have been certified by DynDNS. Software or hardware developers are encouraged to submit their devices to DynDNS to be evaluated. DynDNS' Recursive See recursion. recursive - recursion DNS is currently used by thousands of users and enterprises to power their Internet connections by providing fast and reliable DNS resolution, even for users on dynamic IP addresses. Using the same DNS Update API, users have been able to manage their Recursive DNS, since the service was launched in April 2005. DynDNS is current offering a promotional 10% off Recursive DNS service. For more details, please see http://www.dyndns.com/. About DynDNS Formed in 1998, Dynamic Network Services Real time networking capabilities, such as adaptive routing, automatically reconfiguring the network when a node is added or deleted and the ability to locate any user on the network. , Inc. provides superior domain name system (DNS) services with the highest levels of redundancy, service, and support in the industry. Our world-class team of DNS experts allows us to provide unprecedented quality of service and support, and our use of proven open source technology reduces cost and risk to our users. Learn more at www.dyndns.com. |
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