DNS0.EU Bids Adieu: Europe’s DNS Darling Shuts Down, Prompts Users to Seek Alternatives
The DNS0.EU non-profit DNS service has abruptly shut down due to time and resource constraints, leaving European users searching for alternatives. The team recommends switching to DNS4EU or NextDNS, both offering robust security features. Alas, DNS0.EU’s valiant crusade against malicious domains and annoying ads has been discontinued, but the quest for a safer internet continues.
Hot Take:
DNS0.EU waves goodbye faster than you can say “recursive DNS resolver.” The non-profit that aimed to be the knight in shining armor for European internet users shuts down, citing time and resource constraints. Turns out, being a digital superhero is a bit more challenging than expected. Who knew saving the internet was so resource-intensive? Either way, DNS0.EU, thanks for trying to save us from the evil clutches of phishing and C2 malware servers!
Key Points:
- DNS0.EU, a European-focused DNS service, shuts down due to lack of resources.
- Service provided no-logs, encryption, and protection against malicious domains.
- Users are advised to switch to DNS4EU or NextDNS for continued protection.
- DNS0.EU operated 62 servers in all EU member states with a median latency of 12 ms.
- BleepingComputer is seeking further information on the closure.