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OpenDNS

OpenDNS is the leading provider of security and infrastructure services that make the Internet... Created by OpenDNS

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OpenDNS is the leading provider of security and infrastructure services that make the Internet safer through integrated Web content filtering, anti-phishing and DNS. OpenDNS services enable consumers and network administrators to secure their networks from online threats, reduce costs and enforce Internet-use policies. OpenDNS is used today by millions of users and organizations around the world.

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Links to official OpenDNS sites

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Pricing Information

One time purchase (perpetual license)

Features

Content Filtering Dns DNS Server Reporting Web filter Wiki-like interface Add a feature

Categories

Network & Admin Security & Privacy

Tags

anti-phishing dns-hosting dns-resolution dns-resolver domain-name domain-names internet-filter name-server name-servers nameservers phishing-protection usage-tracking

OpenDNS was added by 3F1 in Sep 2009 and the latest update was made in Apr 2020. The list of alternatives was updated May 2020. It's possible to update the information on OpenDNS or report it as discontinued, duplicated or spam.

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OpenDNS Comments

Comment by I_shall_comment

about OpenDNS · Jun 2011 · Helpful Not helpful Report as spam

OpenDNS is many things but "more reliable" is not one of them. Use free DNSbench tool to verify this reality for yourself.

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Comment by Aerialsky

about OpenDNS · Jun 2011 · Helpful Not helpful Report as spam

I can easily block unwanted website or domain with this service, too. But first you must create OpenDNS account for free.

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