While users use domain names to visit most websites, the actual address of the server hosting the site uses an IP address. Domain Name System, or DNS, servers translate domain names and then direct ...

When the IBM PC was new, I served as the president of the San Francisco PC User Group for three years. That’s how I met PCMag’s editorial team, who brought me on board in 1986. In the years since that ...

This week, I’m once again delaying the next installment in the business continuity event management series to discuss what I believe is one of the most valuable free solutions for identifying DNS risk ...

As many as 64,000 Americans’ computers may still be infected by malware that will cause them to lose Internet service Monday, so make sure you aren’t among those affected if you haven’t already. The ...

As many as 64,000 Americans’ computers may still be affected by malware that will cause them to lose Internet service come Monday, so if you haven’t already, make sure you aren’t among them. There’s ...

As a small business owner, Liz understands the unique challenges entrepreneurs face. Well-versed in the digital landscape, she combines real-world experience in website design, building e-commerce ...

Your ISP's DNS servers are likely the fastest due to their proximity to you. If you don't want to use them, try a DNS benchmark tool to find the fastest for you. Consider DNS providers like Google, ...

Cloudflare made headlines by introducing its new, fast Domain Name System (DNS) resolver, which boasted improved security and faster reaction times. But, is Cloudflare's 1.1.1.1 really faster than ...

The event for organizations and IT pros known as "Domain Name System Flag Day" will kick off on Friday, Feb. 1, 2019. On that day, DNS providers will start to release new software updates that will ...

LOS ANGELES - There are various ways to test your computer for the so-called DNS Changer Malware. But remember, this applies only to Windows users, so if you have an Apple computer, you're fine. For ...