If I want to compile a massive list of domains to block from other existing domains for blocking malware and ads, is it better to simply add them to the host file or use a DNS resolver such as dnsmasq that supports wildcards for performance reasons? I’ve heard that using a host file might be … Read More “Block lots of domains using hosts or DNS resolver?” »

I am having problems testing a app by using a local dns server to override the production server to a local dev server. I have a iPhone and a windows PC. they will go directly to the production off-site server. i cannot edit the HOSTS file on iOS, i checked all kinds of things and … Read More “[Problem] BIND DNS Resolutions not working for existing domains” »

I’ve never heard this service before and there are very few reviews about it. It has adblocking feature, but is the service safe? Is it owned by a dependable company? submitted by /u/Hyedwtditpm [link] [comments] Powered by WPeMatico

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Hey Guys, first of all, I’m sorry, I certainly am not a DNS/Networking Guy 🙂 My home lab setup: – DSL router (fritz box) -> Gateway, DHCP and DNS. – always On Server 2012 R2 -> Active Directory and DNS For the sake of completeness: – some test devices (hyper-v farm) – family devices, TV, … Read More “Question: DNS in Server 2012 R2” »

Pi-Hole and FreeContributor both block ads. Pi-Hole seems to block it through a massive host file by combining popular host files into one big list (so it blocks at the domain level). On the other hand, FreeContributor also combines popular host files into a big list but it says it blocks it at the DNS … Read More “Super confused by what Pi-Hole does and how it's different from FreeContributor” »

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I was looking into finding a third-party DNS server that supports DNSCrypt and one of the attributes of a DNS server is whether or not it logs. From doing a brief google search, privacy-conscious people insist that you use a third-party DNS server that does not log, implying that you will gain some privacy from … Read More “[Noob]DNS logging and privacy (maybe setting up own server)” »

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