I wouldn't exactly call it an API, but DNS Made Easy offers dynamic DNS in a way that seems pretty flexible to me. I haven't used it, but I've been very happy with their service for my static DNS entries - the service is quite flexible, the updates are REALLY fast, and I haven't ever had any problems. It costs me $5 a month, and it sounds like your needs would come to about $7 per month. You do have to pay up front, but I've been happy with them since... hmm, February. It feels like longer (I guess moving twice will do that to you).
Disclaimer: I'm not affiliated in any with DNS Made Easy, just a satisfied customer. They do have an affiliate program but... I don't want to look like a whore on Slashdot! Sigh, social norms.
I realize that the fetch API will allow access to web services, which these days will probably cover most people's needs. I guess the only thing other than http that I often use sockets for in a web application is mail (pop/imap) and I suppose Google isn't clamoring to enable webmail competition for gmail.
On the other hand, I don't like the idea of having to sit around waiting and hoping for Google to implement a new API every time I want access to some new network service.
From the FAQ: "Sockets are disabled with Google App Engine".
Don't get me wrong, I think the service is really cool, and I understand that maybe sockets could be abused but... am I the only one that thinks disabling access to the net severely limits a web app?
That said, I put myself on the waitlist. Even if I only ever use this for fun, it's worth exploring.
Now that Nintendo has announced the expansion of WiiWare to include new games and third-party developers, I'm a little less obsessed with hacking the Wii.
Although I like the idea of Virtual Console games, I haven't bought any yet... I don't really want to play games with a GameCube or Classic controller, I want to play games with the Wii controller! I've felt for months that Nintendo was squandering some big potential. I think being able to buy games designed for the Wii (using the Wii remote and internet connections and etc.) will REALLY improve the system.
Of course, I wish all kinds of luck to the hackers. What they are doing will also only make things better... I doubt Nintendo will ever actually give us any kind of real media playing support for example, and homebrewers will hopefully come up with some really cool stuff.
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I wouldn't exactly call it an API, but DNS Made Easy offers dynamic DNS in a way that seems pretty flexible to me. I haven't used it, but I've been very happy with their service for my static DNS entries - the service is quite flexible, the updates are REALLY fast, and I haven't ever had any problems. It costs me $5 a month, and it sounds like your needs would come to about $7 per month. You do have to pay up front, but I've been happy with them since... hmm, February. It feels like longer (I guess moving twice will do that to you).
DNS Made Easy's dynamic DNS and pricing.
Disclaimer: I'm not affiliated in any with DNS Made Easy, just a satisfied customer. They do have an affiliate program but... I don't want to look like a whore on Slashdot! Sigh, social norms.
Feel stupid replying to myself, but whatever...
I realize that the fetch API will allow access to web services, which these days will probably cover most people's needs. I guess the only thing other than http that I often use sockets for in a web application is mail (pop/imap) and I suppose Google isn't clamoring to enable webmail competition for gmail.
On the other hand, I don't like the idea of having to sit around waiting and hoping for Google to implement a new API every time I want access to some new network service.
From the FAQ: "Sockets are disabled with Google App Engine".
Don't get me wrong, I think the service is really cool, and I understand that maybe sockets could be abused but... am I the only one that thinks disabling access to the net severely limits a web app?
That said, I put myself on the waitlist. Even if I only ever use this for fun, it's worth exploring.
Now that Nintendo has announced the expansion of WiiWare to include new games and third-party developers, I'm a little less obsessed with hacking the Wii.
Although I like the idea of Virtual Console games, I haven't bought any yet... I don't really want to play games with a GameCube or Classic controller, I want to play games with the Wii controller! I've felt for months that Nintendo was squandering some big potential. I think being able to buy games designed for the Wii (using the Wii remote and internet connections and etc.) will REALLY improve the system.
Of course, I wish all kinds of luck to the hackers. What they are doing will also only make things better... I doubt Nintendo will ever actually give us any kind of real media playing support for example, and homebrewers will hopefully come up with some really cool stuff.