Knot DNS vs NSD (Name Server Daemon)
Knot DNS
knot-dns.cz
NSD (Name Server Daemon)
nlnetlabs.nlSide by side
| Figure | Knot DNS | NSD (Name Server Daemon) |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | Free |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | — | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| Linux | Yes | Yes |
| Self-hosted | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Spec score · DNS Server Software | 7.7 (#9) | 7.7 (#11) |
| Founded | 1998 | 1999 |
| Headquarters | Prague, Czech Republic | Amsterdam, Netherlands |
| Purpose | Knot DNS is a high-performance open-source server for authoritative DNS, suitable for TLDs and other zones. | NSD is an authoritative DNS name server designed for speed, reliability, stability, and security. |
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NSD (Name Server Daemon)
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