Blacknight Chooses Afilias for Managed DNS with Anycast

Dublin, Ireland - April 20, 2020 - Afilias, a global leader in domain registry services and internet infrastructure, today announced that Blacknight, Ireland's largest domain registrar and web hosting provider, has selected Afilias for its Managed DNS service with Anycast technology.

Afilias' Managed DNS services deliver enterprise-grade DNS infrastructure with high capacity, enhanced DNS Flood protection, and significantly reduced latency through a globally distributed Anycast network. The service boasts an impressive track record of over 15 years of 100% uptime and availability, making it an ideal choice for mission-critical domain operations.

"We're pleased to partner with Blacknight to provide them with the robust, reliable DNS infrastructure their customers depend on," said Ram Mohan, Chief Operating Officer at Afilias. "Our Managed DNS service with Anycast technology ensures optimal performance and security, backed by our proven track record of operational excellence."

Key Benefits of Afilias Managed DNS

• High Capacity Infrastructure: Built to handle massive query volumes with consistent performance
• Enhanced Security: Advanced DNS Flood protection to defend against DDoS attacks
• Reduced Latency: Anycast technology routes queries to the nearest server for faster response times
• Proven Reliability: Over 15 years of 100% uptime and availability
• Global Reach: Distributed network infrastructure for worldwide coverage

Michele Neylon, CEO of Blacknight, commented: "Selecting Afilias for our Managed DNS needs was an easy decision. Their proven track record, combined with the technical advantages of their Anycast network, provides our customers with the performance and reliability they expect from Blacknight."

About Afilias

Afilias is a global provider of internet infrastructure services, including domain registry services, managed DNS, and other critical internet infrastructure. The company operates multiple top-level domains (TLDs) and provides backend registry services to organizations worldwide. Afilias is committed to delivering secure, stable, and reliable internet infrastructure that enables businesses and individuals to succeed online.

About Blacknight

Blacknight is Ireland's largest domain registrar and web hosting provider, serving thousands of customers across Ireland and internationally. Founded in 2004, Blacknight offers a comprehensive range of internet services including domain registration, web hosting, email services, and SSL certificates. The company is known for its customer-focused approach and commitment to providing reliable, high-quality internet services.