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DNS: It’s the Internet’s Directory

Nearly everything on the Internet starts with a Domain Name System (DNS) request. DNS is the Internet’s directory. Click on a link, open an app, send an email, and the first thing your device does is ask the directory: Where can I find this?

Unfortunately, by default, DNS is usually slow and insecure. Your Internet Service Provider (ISP), and anyone else listening in on the Internet can see every site you visit and every app you use — even if their content is encrypted. To make matters worse, some DNS providers sell your data about your Internet activity or use it target you with ads. Fortunately, there’s an alternative with Privacy first at heart, introducing 1.1.1.1 a faster more secure DNS. Changing your current slow, spying DNS to 1.1.1.1 will not only increase your internet speed, but it will also be secure and private.

Who’s behind this?

1.1.1.1 is a partnership between Cloudflare and APNIC. Cloudflare runs one of the world’s most extensive, fastest networks. APNIC is a non-profit organization managing IP address allocation for the Asia Pacific and Oceania regions. Cloudflare had the network. APNIC had the IP address (1.1.1.1). Both of them are motivated by a mission to help build a better Internet.

Setup on PC

Setting up 1.1.1.1 takes two minutes and requires no technical skill or special software. Even if you’re a computer novice, here is an easy-to-follow setup guide.

1. Click on the Start menu, then click on Control Panel.
2. Click on Network and Internet.
3. Click on Change Adapter Settings.
4. Right click on the Wi-Fi network you are connected to, then click Properties.
5. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (or Version 6 if desired).
6. Click Properties.
7. Write down any existing DNS server entries for future reference.
8. Click Use The Following DNS Server Addresses.
9. Replace those addresses with the 1.1.1.1 DNS addresses For IPv4: 1.1.1.1 and 1.0.0.1 For IPv6: 2606:4700:4700::1111 and 2606:4700:4700::1001 Click OK, then Close. Restart your browser.

You’re all set! Your device now has faster, more private DNS servers ✌️✌️