Unbound is a validating, recursive, and caching DNS resolver designed for security, speed, and reliability with built-in DNSSEC validation and modern DNS features.
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BIND
dnsmasq
Unbound is a security-focused recursive DNS resolver that prioritizes user privacy and data integrity. Developed by NLnetLabs, it's designed to be fast, lightweight, and secure with modern DNS features built-in from the ground up.
Key Features
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Security First:
- Built-in DNSSEC validation
- DNS over TLS (DoT) support
- DNS over HTTPS (DoH) support
- Query name minimization
- Aggressive NSEC caching
- Cryptographic validation
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Privacy Protection:
- Query privacy protection
- Minimal data disclosure
- No query logging by default
- Local root server support
- DNS filtering capabilities
- Response policy zones (RPZ)
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High Performance:
- Multi-threaded architecture
- Efficient caching algorithms
- Prefetching popular domains
- Memory-optimized design
- Fast recursive resolution
- Load balancing support
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Modern DNS Standards:
- Full IPv6 support
- EDNS(0) implementation
- TCP fallback support
- QNAME minimization
- Aggressive NSEC caching
- DNS cookies support
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