Introduction to DNS-OARC

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The DNS Operations, Analysis, and Research Center (DNS-OARC) brings together key operators, implementors, and researchers on a trusted platform so they can coordinate responses to attacks and other concerns, share information and learn together. DNS-OARC has five key functions:
  • Information Sharing: DNS-OARC provides a trusted, shared platform to allow the DNS operations community to share information and data. Stringent confidentiality requirements and secure communications mean that proprietary information can be shared on a bilateral basis.
  • Operational Characterization As Internet traffic levels continue to grow, the demand on root and other key nameservers will outgrow the current infrastructure: this year's DDoS attack traffic levels will become next year's steady state load. DNS-OARC measures the performance and load of key nameservers and publish statistics on both traffic load and traffic type (including error types).
  • Workshops: DNS-OARC organizes semi-annual workshops where members and the public are invited to give presentations on timely topics relevant to DNS both operations and research.
  • Analysis: Leading researchers and developers provide long-term analysis of DNS performance and post-mortems of attacks so that institutional learning occurs. A well-provisioned system allows members to upload traces and logs, and to perform their own analysis.
  • Tools and Services: As vulnerabilities and DNS problems come to light, DNS-OARC develops publicly available tools and services to assist with highlighting, diagnosing, and remedying such problems.

Call for Volunteers: Help Shape Topic Tables at OARC 45

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Call for Volunteers: Help Shape Topic Tables at OARC 45

 

At OARC 45, which will take place this coming October in Stockholm, Sweden, we’re introducing Topic Tables—informal lunch-hour spaces where attendees can connect over shared interests, whether technical, professional, or just for fun.

We’re looking for volunteers to help bring this to life by:

Recap: DNS Community Day @ APRICOT 2024

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As part of wider outreach activities we hosted the inaugural DNS Community Day last month during APRICOT 2024 in Bangkok, Thailand.

In our latest blog, DNS-OARC President, Phil Regnauld, recounts the key highlights, and pivotal discussions that transpired in the run-up to and during the meeting. The event left us inspired and informed about the future direction of our initiatives.

[Read the blog]