The Ironsong Tribe

Something I've been using for a while that I highly recommend to others -

Quote:OpenDNS is the leading provider of free security and infrastructure services that make the Internet safer through integrated Web content filtering, anti-phishing and DNS. OpenDNS services enable consumers and network administrators to secure their networks from online threats, reduce costs and enforce Internet-use policies. OpenDNS is used today by millions of users and organizations around the world.

For home networks, benefits are:

• Parental Controls
  
• Faster, More Reliable Internet
  
• Phishing Protection
  
• OpenDNS Guide
  
• Customization
  
• Shortcuts
  
• Typo Correction
  
• Support[/list:u]
  
  There are also benefits for other organizations, in case you may be part of administration for K-12 schools, Small-Mid Businesses, or even Enterprises.
  
  
  For more information:
  http://www.opendns.com/welcome/intro/

I personally find that Time-Warner Cable's DNS servers frequently go down - so that instead of getting Google, you get recursive RoadRunner search pages directing you to google.com - with OpenDNS, I never have this issue. I have also used it several times at work to fix people's computers that have DNS issues. It is always more reliable than their ISP's.