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  • DNS opens networks to data attacks

    The same technology that allows Web surfers to locate and connect to computers on the Internet can be used to create covert communications channels, bypass security measures and store distributed content, a security researcher said Saturday.

  • Apple DNS patch not complete

    Apple's Domain Name System patch for Mac OS X systems is not completely effective, according to security experts.

  • Aussies play down DNS disaster

    One large Australian organisation and a local computer security advisor have played down the importance of a security flaw in the global Domain Name System (DNS) that has led to panic in some security circles around the globe.

  • Massive, coordinated DNS patch released

    A security researcher has responsibly disclosed a fundamental flaw within the Domain Name System (DNS), the addressing scheme behind the common names used on the Internet.

  • Microsoft fixes DNS flaw but warns of Word attacks

    Microsoft is warning that a Word flaw is being used for targeted attacks, and has also issued four 'important' patches, including one for a potentially serious DNS flaw in the latest Patch Tuesday bulletin.

Features and Case Studies (102)

  • How to improve DNS security

    It's no surprise that domain name system (DNS) servers are vulnerable to a multitude of attacks, which can come in several forms. Here are tips on how to overcome these problems.

  • Forwarding external requests with Win2K DNS servers

    When you have problems getting your Windows 2000 DNS server to forward name resolution requests to DNS servers on the Internet, don't assign separate servers for Internet requests. Get to the root of the problem.

  • Windows 2000 problem? Start with DNS

    The biggest paradigm shift in Windows 2000 is going from WINS to DNS for name resolution. This case study reveals that in an Active Directory environment, DNS is even more critical and that Win2K troubleshooting should often begin with DNS.

  • Securing DNS servers

    Whether it’s configurations within Microsoft DNS service that can be used to make a server more secure, or additional operating system and network environment configurations, there are small measures you can take to help offer greater security.

  • Standard and conditional forwarding in Windows 2003 DNS

    Make your DNS servers more efficient by forwarding unresolved DNS queries. This step-by-step walks you through setting up standard forwarding as well as the new Windows 2003 conditional forwarding process.

Reviews (32)

  • D-Link DNS-343

    The DNS-343 is the natural evolution of the DNS-323 a four-drive NAS that's quite good indeed.

  • D-Link DNS-323 2-Bay Network Storage Enclosure

    The D-Link DNS-323 is a great network storage device for beginners and professionals alike.

  • Five network maintenance tools tested

    With the right packet sniffers you can truly lead the dog's life. What's most impressive is network monitoring devices will help you see problems immediately. These tools can aid in analysis, migration, monitoring, security, testing, and administration of the network.

  • Networking for smarts

    In this product review, we look at tools that can monitor network performance.

  • Telstra NetComm Turbo 7 Series Wireless Gateway

    NetComm Turbo 7 Series Wireless Gateway provides an easy set-up, good coverage and modest speed. While this system gives you the advantage of portable wireless gateway, wireless services are less reliable and cannot match ADSL2 speeds.

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