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Re: djbdns ppc?



> djb is the initials for Dan Bernstein, a well known computer programmer.  His
> work on security related issues is well regarded.
> 
> The problem with djb's software is the copyright he puts them under.  Debian
> does not have a ppc djbdns because the licenses on Dan's code prevent binary
> distribution, you have to compile it yourself.  Many people find dealing with
> djb and his software to be troublesome, others love his code.
> 
> maradns is a small dns server designed for security as well and is released
> into the public domain so everyone has the right to do as they wish with it. 
> The 1.0.0 release was issued this morning and should arrive in Debian soon.

Compiling it is no big deal, but does maradns perform as well as
djbdns does? I used to use Bind, which is like shooting yourself in
the face with a large cannon. However, djbdns has performed great and
been fairly perfect since I have used it...


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