OpenDNS Finally Monetizes
I've been a long-time fan and user of OpenDNS, the free and often-superior DNS Server. I've always noticed drastic improvements in my site loading speeds when using the service (due to drastically improved domain name lookups). There's really no downside to using the system. It's significantly faster than most ISP's own DNS servers, and it's updated far more frequently. Before Cloudflare's 1.1.1.1 (2018) and widespread awareness of DNS privacy, OpenDNS pioneered the concept of alternative public DNS with performance and security benefits over ISP defaults.
Announcing OpenDNS Monetization
OpenDNS now offers a new service called OpenDNS Deluxe, which is tailed for the average household as well as smaller companies. OpenDNS pioneered the SaaS model for infrastructure services - offer free tier to build user base, then monetize with premium features and enterprise offerings.
Premium Support
It allows users to have an ad-free experience and have priority over free members.
The price for this service is only $9.95 a year. Not too bad!
For Power Users
They are also offering a very robust OpenDNS Enterprise edition for medium to fortune 500 companies. It has many advanced features such as: delegated administration, advanced reporting, and malware site protection.
Pricing
That price isn't listed :) The classic 'contact us for pricing' model for enterprise tiers - allowing for value-based pricing negotiations while maintaining price discrimination between market segments.