OpenDNS Basic free for better home network security

25 May 2010 - Dave

OpenDNS is one of the more innovative solutions that I’ve seen for Internet security. It is a solution that fits home Internet use. OpenDNS provides your family with an extra layer of Internet security.

Some of OpenDNS benefits are:

• Parental Controls
• Faster, more reliable Internet
• Phishing protection and security
• Flexible customization to fit your needs

OpenDNS works by replacing the DNS servers provided by your Internet Providers. With Parent Controls in place OpenDNS redirects your computers away from blocked sites. The folks at OpenDNS diligently monitors the threats on the Internet and do their best to block them as well.

OpenDNS Basic is available for free. The options are:

• Reliable DNS Infrastructure
• Web Content Filtering
• Phishing Protection
• Basic Customization
• Typo Correction

OpenDNS Deluxe costs $9.95/year for households

• All Basic Features
• No Advertisements
• Advanced Customization
• Whitelist-Only Mode

There’s a short video explaining OpenDNS Basic — OpenDNS > Support > Video Tutorials.