Re: [Hampshire] OpenDNS benefits

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Author: Vic
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Subject: Re: [Hampshire] OpenDNS benefits

> Running my own resolver would require a PC up 24/7 wouldn't it?


No. Why would it?

There's no need to run a resolver when you haven't got any clients needing
resolution...

> So you have noticed an improvement in how quick a websites starts to
> load?


Yes. ISPs frequently under-invest in DNS. There's little point having
super-fast data transfer if it takes you half an hour to find the server
you need in the first place...

Vic.