Author: Staff

Disaster recovery planning is a fundamental component of maintaining the resilience and reliability of the domain name system. Both legacy TLDs such as .com, .net, and .org and new gTLDs introduced through ICANN’s expansion program conduct disaster recovery drills to ensure operational continuity in the event of failures, cyberattacks, or catastrophic incidents. However, the frequency,…

The evolution of domain registry infrastructure has necessitated the adoption of modular registry design principles to accommodate the growing demands of domain registrations, DNS query loads, and security requirements. Both legacy TLDs such as .com, .net, and .org and newer gTLDs introduced through ICANN’s expansion program rely on scalable architectures to ensure stability, performance, and…

Managing multiple top-level domains requires a sophisticated and scalable infrastructure that ensures consistent uptime, security, and compliance with ICANN regulations. The differences between legacy TLDs such as .com, .net, and .org and new gTLDs introduced under ICANN’s domain expansion program significantly impact how multi-TLD operations are structured and maintained. While both categories of TLDs require…

Ensuring the continuous availability and performance of domain name services is a critical responsibility for both legacy TLDs such as .com, .net, and .org and the newer gTLDs introduced through ICANN’s expansion program. Service Level Agreements (SLAs) define the minimum acceptable levels of uptime, response times, and query resolution speeds that registries must meet to…

The fight against domain abuse is a critical component of maintaining the integrity and trustworthiness of the domain name system. Both legacy TLDs such as .com, .net, and .org and the newer gTLDs introduced under ICANN’s expansion program have developed extensive infrastructure tools to deter malicious activity, including phishing, malware distribution, botnet operations, and cybersquatting.…

The domain name system is a critical component of global internet infrastructure, and the ability to respond quickly and efficiently to incidents is paramount for maintaining stability and security. Incident response protocols vary significantly between legacy TLDs such as .com, .net, and .org and the newer gTLDs introduced through ICANN’s expansion program. The differences in…

DNS firewalls play a critical role in safeguarding domain name system infrastructure against malicious activity, including phishing, malware distribution, and command-and-control (C2) operations. As threats targeting the DNS layer continue to evolve, both legacy TLDs such as .com, .net, and .org and newer gTLDs introduced through ICANN’s expansion have integrated DNS firewall technologies to protect…

Time-to-live (TTL) values play a crucial role in the efficiency, scalability, and performance of DNS resolution, dictating how long DNS records are cached by recursive resolvers before they need to be refreshed. The optimization of TTL strategies varies significantly between legacy TLDs such as .com, .net, and .org and the newer gTLDs introduced under ICANN’s…

The ability to scale and maintain robust infrastructure is essential for domain name registries, ensuring that DNS resolution, WHOIS services, and registration systems remain operational under varying levels of demand. Registry capacity planning differs significantly between legacy TLDs such as .com, .net, and .org and the newer gTLDs that emerged under ICANN’s domain expansion program.…

The introduction of a new top-level domain requires a structured rollout to ensure fair access and protect intellectual property holders. The Landrush and Sunrise periods are two critical phases in the launch process that govern how domains are allocated before becoming available for general registration. While both legacy TLDs and new gTLDs have employed these…