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December 03, 2007
OpenDNS Launches DNS-O-Matic
By Anuradha Shukla TMCnet Contributing Editor
OpenDNS has launched DNS-O-Matic, a free service that helps users update the dynamic IP
addresses assigned by their Internet Service Provider (ISP).
With DNS-O-Matic, OpenDNS expects to solve a problem that plagues hardware companies, service providers and Internet users everywhere. The company points out that several important Internet applications require knowing a customer's current IP address, which may change from time to time.
DNS-O-Matic is reportedly the standard that enables users to automatically notify any supported service provider of an IP address change. OpenDNS further explains that for hardware companies, dynamic DNS service providers and software developers, supporting a single service gives customers choice of dynamic DNS services. Additionally, it enables hardware manufacturers to implement only one protocol to support all existing Dynamic DNS services.
Customers that have dynamic IPs can start benefiting from DNS-O-Matic immediately. This is achieved by visiting the site and setting up a free account. The addition of a new service then becomes a matter of adding it in their interface, and doesn’t require downloading a new piece of software for every dynamic IP-dependant service they use.
OpenDNS CEO David Ulevitch said that the idea for DNS-O-Matic was born of a need they had for their own service. Ulevitch explained that when a customer's IP changes, their configuration must be updated with the change.
“This is unacceptable for schools, libraries, businesses and residences that have Web content filtering, and our other features enabled. We approached the problem the way we approach everything: with the idea that working together is usually the best option for service providers and end users. In the case of DNS-O-Matic, everyone benefits,” explained Ulevitch.
Gary Oliverio, VP Marketing and Founder of CradlePoint said that they see the DNS-O-Matic service as a key value to their customers who are in highly mobile and constantly changing environments. He added that with DNS-O-Matic, OpenDNS helps them broaden their ability to provide complete solutions.
“DNS-O-Matic takes a challenging problem for the industry and offers a simple solution for users, software developers, and DNS service providers,” said Sam Norris, CEO of ChangeIP in a statement.
Based in San Francisco, OpenDNS operates a large distributed network that powers a new kind of recursive DNS service that provides all Internet users increased security, reliability and performance.
CradlePoint is a manufacturer of docking cradles, cellular routers, and software platforms that facilitate secure mobile computing in the Web 2.0 world.
ChangeIP is a provider of world class dynamic DNS services to more than 175,000 customers.
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Anuradha Shukla is a contributing editor for TMCnet, covering call centers, CRM and information technology. To see more of her articles, please visit her columnist page.
addresses assigned by their Internet Service Provider (ISP).
With DNS-O-Matic, OpenDNS expects to solve a problem that plagues hardware companies, service providers and Internet users everywhere. The company points out that several important Internet applications require knowing a customer's current IP address, which may change from time to time.
DNS-O-Matic is reportedly the standard that enables users to automatically notify any supported service provider of an IP address change. OpenDNS further explains that for hardware companies, dynamic DNS
service providers and software developers, supporting a single service gives customers choice of dynamic DNS services. Additionally, it enables hardware manufacturers to implement only one protocol to support all existing Dynamic DNS services.Customers that have dynamic IPs can start benefiting from DNS-O-Matic immediately. This is achieved by visiting the site and setting up a free account. The addition of a new service then becomes a matter of adding it in their interface, and doesn’t require downloading a new piece of software for every dynamic IP-dependant service they use.
OpenDNS CEO David Ulevitch said that the idea for DNS-O-Matic was born of a need they had for their own service. Ulevitch explained that when a customer's IP changes, their configuration must be updated with the change.
“This is unacceptable for schools, libraries, businesses and residences that have Web content filtering, and our other features enabled. We approached the problem the way we approach everything: with the idea that working together is usually the best option for service providers and end users. In the case of DNS-O-Matic, everyone benefits,” explained Ulevitch.
Gary Oliverio, VP Marketing and Founder of CradlePoint said that they see the DNS-O-Matic service as a key value to their customers who are in highly mobile and constantly changing environments. He added that with DNS-O-Matic, OpenDNS helps them broaden their ability to provide complete solutions.
“DNS-O-Matic takes a challenging problem for the industry and offers a simple solution for users, software developers, and DNS service providers,” said Sam Norris, CEO of ChangeIP in a statement.
Based in San Francisco, OpenDNS operates a large distributed network that powers a new kind of recursive DNS service that provides all Internet users increased security, reliability and performance.
CradlePoint is a manufacturer of docking cradles, cellular routers, and software platforms that facilitate secure mobile computing in the Web 2.0 world.
ChangeIP is a provider of world class dynamic DNS services to more than 175,000 customers.
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Anuradha Shukla is a contributing editor for TMCnet, covering call centers, CRM and information technology. To see more of her articles, please visit her columnist page.
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