NS1 (IBM)
Smarter traffic management for a connected world.
Overview
NS1, now an IBM company, offers a platform for intelligent traffic steering. Its core products, including Managed DNS and Pulsar, enable businesses to optimize application delivery across multi-cloud, multi-CDN, and edge environments based on real-time data.
✨ Key Features
- Managed DNS
- Pulsar Active Traffic Steering
- Filter Chain for routing logic
- Real-time data feeds
- Dedicated DNS
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Advanced, data-driven traffic steering
- Highly programmable and API-first
- Focus on DNS as a control plane
Unique Value: Provides precise, automated control over application traffic to optimize for performance, cost, and availability across any infrastructure.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Performance-based CDN and cloud routing
- Automated failover between data centers
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Users needing a simple, free DNS service
🏆 Alternatives
Offers more sophisticated and data-driven routing logic compared to standard DNS services from cloud providers.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (All tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
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