About DNS Services
Your Top Level Domain Registry must use DNS services for the world to recognize the domains in the zone.
Domain Name System (DNS) services are what allow the domain names in a top-level zone to be found by other computers connected to the Internet. “Resolution” is the process by which domain names are translated into a numerical IP (Internet Protocol) address that Internet-connected computers use to find each other.
Minds + Machines has partnered with the best DNS providers. Our providers each have particular strengths that correspond to top-level domain needs, and they complement each other to ensure redundancy.
Minds + Machines clients may receive preferential pricing from our DNS provider partners.
Minds + Machines DNS Partners
Dynamic Network Services, with 10 data centers on three continents, provides an extremely robust DNS service. They are the sole provider for .coop and assist with 10 other TLDs. In addition to the DynTLD Platform, Dynamic Network Services also operates DynDNS.com, the popular dynamic DNS service, which has several millions users, and the The Dynect® Platform, the corporate enterprise DNS service, which provides with intelligent failover and load balancing companies across the globe. Dynamic Network Solutions is an excellent all-around choice. Learn more about Dynamic Network Solutions.
Packet Clearing House is an immensely strong not-for-profit DNS provider dedicated to educating people, businesses, and governments about Internet traffic topology, with an aim to promoting knowledge and economic development. Many former and current ICANN technical advisors donate their knowledge and time to PCH. Originally formed in 1994 to provide efficient regional and local network interconnection alternatives for the west coast of the United States, PCH has since grown to become the leading proponent of neutral independent network interconnection and provider of route-servers at major exchange points worldwide. Today, PCH provides equipment, training, data, and operational support to organizations and individual researchers seeking to improve the quality, robustness, and accessibility of the Internet. PCH is a great choice for any TLD, but especially those with global reach and not-for-profits whose mission fits with that of PCH. Learn more about Packet Clearing House.
Internet Systems Consortium (ISC) the world’s leading authority on DNS and provider of the reference standard for DNS software (BIND), is offering TLD operators its secondary DNS service, SNS@ISC. SNS@ISC is a resilient, robust service providing 100% availability and full support for IPv6 and DNSSEC. It is globally distributed via three anycast clouds on ISC providers’ backbone networks. Real-time statistics and easy administration are at your fingertips via a web interface. Monitoring and support is 24/7 and backed by an SLA. By operating one of the thirteen DNS RootServers (F.ROOT-SERVERS.NET) and over a decade of pioneering experience in the DNS standards and policies, ISC provides customers with unsurpassed DNS expertise.Learn more about ISC.
UltraDNS, a service provided by NeuStar, provides an extremely robust DNS service full of enterprise-class features, including extremely fast resolution, and enhanced protection against DDoS attacks. UltraDNS’s web management portal allows for complete remote access, or you can use their advanced API. UltraDNS is a world-class, scalable solution from one of the field’s most respected brands, and a great choice for corporate top-level domains who want the comfort of dealing with a solid, reliable publicly-traded company. Learn more about UltraDNS.
Comwired is an expert in DNS management and a pioneer in domain name management software. Their solutions are ideal for companies needing to rapidly expand their DNS capabilities and footprint. They offer low-cost alternatives to other directional DNS products on the market, making directional DNS affordable for virtually any DNS user. With their system, one can redirect traffic from certain regions to specified translated web pages or payment options, or to serve specific region-based content to a particular group of users, creating a more customized experience for visitors. Learn more at comwired.com.
VeriSign provides primary and secondary DNS for enterprise systems through their DNS Assurance Services. VeriSign has a global DNS network with peak-load provisioned systems, enhanced security measures, change processes, and 24 x 7 support teams. VeriSign also handles secondary DNS for companies that handle their primary DNS in-house. Learn more about VeriSign DNS services.
ironDNS is a premium world class DNS solution. The services offered by ironDNS are targeted at domain registries, domain registrars and large enterprises. ironDNS offers unicast and anycast services at currently 10 locations worldwide. IPv4 and IPv6 are supported. ironDNS uses its own new DNS engine and provides real diversity when combined with other open source solutions. The price structure is simple: fees are solely based on the number of zones/domains under management, with no unpredictable costs based on the number of DNS queries. Learn more about IronDNS.
Larsen Data have been operating GratisDNS since 2001, and as their name implies their DNS service is free. They are well respected and you certainly cannot beat the price. An easy-to-use web-based control panel lets you change SOA, A, AAAA, CNAME, NS, TXT, SRV, MX, PTR And other DNS resource records for your domain. GratisDNS is an accredited registrar with ICANN, .EU, and .DK. Learn more about GratisDNS from Larsen Data (note: some pages in Danish only).
When protecting your TLD from the malicious community both security and speed of response matters! Optimized for speed and security, CommunityDNS is an experienced, global DNS provider that is 8 to 10 times faster than traditional DNS platforms. The technology found in CommunityDNS’ network was originally designed with high levels of security in mind; working to military grade specifications. Supporting 120 million domain names from 94 TLD zones today, the current system has the capacity of supporting 585 billion queries per day. Having maintained 100% uptime since first providing DNS services in 1996, CommunityDNS has a wealth of experience in working with TLD providers to provide very fast and highly-secure DNS services utilizing a thorough, highly-distributed, global footprint. Learn more about CommunityDNS.
