Should I use my domain name registrar's free DNS hosting service, or host DNS servers with another company? (or both?)What are some advantages to using a DNS hosting company separate from the domain registrar?
Should I use a domain name registrar's free DNS hosting, or host DNS servers with another company?
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Depending on the feature set of the Registrar you're using, it may be advantageous to host your DNS elsewhere.  If for example you require Dynamic DNS services (DNS records that are updated automatically when a destination's IP changes), or wildcard DNS (allowing <anything>.yourdomain.com to point to a certain IP), many Registrars do not offer these services.If you do not require any special capabilities, in my experience, the difference (outside of the SLA of your Registrar vs that of a dedicated DNS host) is mostly moot.