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David Ulevitch is an innovative American entrepreneur, investor, and author, best known for founding OpenDNS and EveryDNS—pioneering companies in internet infrastructure and cybersecurity. Born in 1981 in Del Mar, California, he built EveryDNS while studying at Washington University in St. Louis, then went on to lead OpenDNS to success before its acquisition by Cisco in 2015 for approximately $635 million Filmy Focus. Today, he serves as a General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz, investing in startups focused on enterprise software, cybersecurity, and decentralized systems IMDb.

As a writer and speaker, Ulevitch shares his deep insights on internet architecture, leadership, and innovation, emphasizing how DNS—the Domain Name System—serves as a critical yet often overlooked foundation for web functionality. He has described DNS humorously as “kind of the hamster under the hood that drives the Internet,” illustrating his talent for making technical topics approachable He also advocates for network diversity and resilience, likening the spread of viruses online to real-world contagion and highlighting the importance of thoughtful design in systems and teams Among Ulevitch’s most quoted reflections are: “DNS is kind of the hamster under the hood that drives the Internet.” Another resonates with his belief in self-determination: “I really believe that we have the power to manifest our own fates.” He also candidly stated, “I jumped out of an airplane on my 34th birthday because I promised myself I would. I have an interest in confronting my fears.” These quotes reflect his blend of technical acumen, personal courage, and a philosophy centered on action, resilience, and intentional living +2+2+2.