PowerDNS Authoritative Server

PowerDNS Authoritative Server is a modern, database-driven DNS server that excels in dynamic environments where DNS records need to be managed programmatically. Its flexible backend architecture makes it perfect for hosting providers and large organizations.

Key Features

• Flexible Backend Architecture:

  • Multiple database backends
  • MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQLite support
  • LDAP directory integration
  • File-based backends
  • Custom backend development
  • Hot-swappable backends

• Dynamic DNS Management:

  • REST API for automation
  • Web-based management interface
  • Programmatic zone management
  • Bulk record operations
  • Real-time updates
  • Database-driven records

• Enterprise DNS Features:

  • DNSSEC signing and validation
  • Geographic load balancing
  • Lua scripting support
  • Master-slave replication
  • Zone transfers (AXFR/IXFR)
  • Catalog zones

• High Performance:

  • Multi-threaded architecture
  • Database query optimization
  • High-availability clustering
  • Performance monitoring
  • Caching mechanisms
  • Load balancing support