Jeff's alternative is always Google's Public DNS 8.8.8.8 or BBN's 4.2.2.2. Some regions feel that 4.2.2.2 still beats 8.8.8.8. There's 4.2.2.1 or 3 and more alternatives and you could setup your own. www.opendns.com offers similar.
Some info here
What is DNS? - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Domain_Name_System
What is 4.2.2.2? - The Story Behind a DNS Legend - http://www.tummy.com/Community/Articles/famous-dns-server/
8.8.8.8 - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Google_Public_DNS
OpenDNS - http://www.opendns.com/
Diagram Source: Wikipedia
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