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dnsmasq vs Google Cloud DNS

A side-by-side look at dnsmasq and Google Cloud DNS. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

dnsmasq

dnsmasq

Network & Admin

dnsmasq is a lightweight, open source DNS forwarder and DHCP server. It is designed to provide DNS and DHCP services to a small network, and can be configured on routers or other network devices.

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Google Cloud DNS

Google Cloud DNS

Network & Admin

Google Cloud DNS is a scalable, reliable and managed authoritative Domain Name System service offered by Google Cloud. It allows you to publish and manage millions of DNS zones and records in a cost-effective way.

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