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Seven best practices to keep your NTP resilient
When NTP, which synchronizes network clocks, gets off-kilter, DNS and other network disruptions follow. Keep your NTP in shape with BlueCat’s expert tips.
Technical Know-How: Deploying DDNS with BlueCat
Dynamic DNS automatically updates DNS records when an IP address changes. Learn how to deploy DDNS on the BlueCat Address Manager and DNS/DHCP server.
To better see the threats on your network, try DNS
DNS is a vector used in most cyber attacks. When it comes to DNS, BlueCat can enhance visibility, detection, and containment of threats to your network.
The bigger the business, the more misguided the DDI
EMA research for BlueCat found an inverse relationship between commercial DDI use and business size, as well as more surprises about DDI adoption trends.
Global Server Selector
Global Server Selector provides easy configuration and automatically updates DNS for highly available access to distributed applications and services.
Network virtualization needs enterprise-level DNS
Virtualization is part of every network’s DNA. But network virtualization requires an enterprise-grade DNS platform alongside it to be truly successful.
Extend SD-WAN benefits with enterprise-grade DNS
The centralized, automated controls of SD-WAN bring huge time- and cost-savings to network management. Yet SD-WAN doesn’t exist in a vacuum. To reap the…
Know the eight most common DNS records
There are dozens of DNS record types. Understanding the most common ones can help you detect threats and keep on top of what’s happening on your network.
The top four DNS response codes and what they mean
Every DNS query gets a response. Stay on top of your network activity with BlueCat by understanding the four most common DNS response codes.
Protect your network from DNS hijacking
Learn about the three types of DNS hijacking, how to protect your network, and how BlueCat’s platform can further enhance your network security.
Ease your transition to IPv6 DNS
Moving to IPv6 DNS may seem daunting. If you’re making the jump to IPv6, BlueCat’s platform is ready to help cushion your landing.
Your IP address spreadsheet: A network menace
Are you still using a spreadsheet to manage IP addresses? IPAM is the only way to achieve secure, transparent, and efficient network management.