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DNSSEC Validation and Deployment Planning for ISPs

October 25, 2026 by j2sw

When a signed domain has a broken chain of trust, a validating resolver returns SERVFAIL. ISP operators need enough resolver data to tell that failure from an ordinary DNS outage.

Categories Internet Architecture, Network Operations Tags dns, dnssec, isp, network operations, recursive resolver

What makes a good data center?

June 22, 2026 by j2sw

A good data center is not about lobby photos or vendor language. It is about clean power, working cooling, clear cable paths, useful remote hands, and gear that can be repaired without fighting the building.

Categories Technology & Industry Commentary Tags colocation, data center, DC, infrastructure, network operations

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