BIND

Most widely used DNS server software

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Critical - needs support
Funding
At risk
Maintenance
Inactive
Contributors
Critical
Bus Factor
Medium risk
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Metrics last updated: 6 days ago (2026-02-07)
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Overview

BIND (Berkeley Internet Name Domain) is the most widely used DNS server software on the Internet. It provides a complete implementation of DNS protocols.

Importance

  • Powers most DNS infrastructure
  • Foundation of Internet naming
  • Critical for domain resolution
  • Used by organizations worldwide

Key Features

  • Full DNS protocol support
  • DNSSEC support
  • Zone management
  • Response rate limiting

Sustainability

BIND is maintained by ISC with limited funding. This critical internet infrastructure relies on grants and donations.

Dependencies

⬆️ Depends On (2)
OpenSSL 96
Linux Kernel 88
BIND
unknown

Dependency Chain

Upstream
OpenSSL → Linux Kernel →
BIND

Impact Analysis

2 Direct Dependencies
0 Dependent Projects
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