A WWDC20 presentation shows how Apple is adding support for encrypted DNS to iOS 14 and macOS 11. It will support HTTPS and TLS.
Security Friday: Ransomware, DNS Options – TMO Daily Observations 2020-06-12
Andrew Orr joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss Security Friday news including a new ransomware attack and some alternative DNS options.
Cloudflare Introduces 1.1.1.1 DNS for Families
Cloudflare has introduced 1.1.1.1 DNS for families that adds an extra layer of protection to keep kids safe online. There are now two extra variants of the DNS service. 1.1.1.2 can block malware, and 1.1.1.3 can block both malware and adult content.
Introducing 1.1.1.1 for Families — the easiest way to add a layer of protection to your home network and protect it from malware and adult content. 1.1.1.1 for Families leverages Cloudflare’s global network to ensure that it is fast and secure around the world. And it includes the same strong privacy guarantees that we committed to when we launched 1.1.1.1 two years ago. And, just like 1.1.1.1, we’re providing it for free and it’s for any home anywhere in the world.
Good to see Cloudflare offer more options for people. They aren’t the only company doing this either; I’ve rounded up four other private DNS services to use.
KeepSolid VPN Unlimited Adds DNS Firewall for Customers
KeepSolid’s VPN Unlimited added a new feature for its customers. This DNS firewall can block domains associated with malware, porn, drugs and alcohol, gambling, games, and more.
This benefit of KeepSolid DNS Firewall is closely connected with the previous one. If you don’t open a malicious website, you won’t get infected with malware. Better prevent than cure, agree? And there is really much to avoid, as malware attacks are exponentially increasing over time.
Great news for KeepSolid customers. And if you’re not a customer, I recommend reading my roundup of DNS services to use.
Firefox Enables Encrypted DNS by Default
Starting today, Firefox will begin rolling out support for encrypted DNS over HTTPS for U.S.-based users.
We’re enabling DoH by default only in the US. If you’re outside of the US and would like to enable DoH, you’re welcome to do so by going to Settings, then General, then scroll down to Networking Settings and click the Settings button on the right. Here you can enable DNS over HTTPS by clicking, and a checkbox will appear.
You can choose between Cloudflare and NextDNS. As I mentioned in my roundup of DNS services, I’ve been using NextDNS for the past couple weeks and I love it.
Security Friday: Data Breaches, DNS – TMO Daily Observations 2020-02-21
Andrew Orr joins host Kelly Guimont for Security Friday, discussing a new data breach and keeping your ISP from selling your web history.
4 Private DNS Services to Use on iOS and macOS
Switching from your ISP’s DNS servers is good because your browsing history could be sold. Here are four private DNS servers to use instead.
iCloud Keychain vs. Catalina Cage Match – Mac Geek Gab 786
Today, your two favorite geeks dig into your questions about recovering photo data, removing malware, resolving iCloud Keychain in macOS Catalina, and more. But that’s not all! You’ve got some great tips for automating those un-automatable Personal Reminders, fixing DNS, Mono Podcast Listening, and creating disk images. All of this and more from Dave Hamilton and John F. Braun, as soon as you press play. Do it now and don’t get caught!
Comcast Lobbies to Keep Spying on Your Browsing History
A leak shows that Comcast is lobbying against plans to encrypt web traffic that would make it harder to collect your browsing history.
DNS Over HTTPS, New iCloud Login Method – TMO Daily Observations 2019-07-08
Andrew Orr and Bryan Chaffin join host Kelly Guimont to talk new DNS security from Mozilla, and Apple’s new login system coming to iCloud.
New Cloudflare VPN Claims to Speed Up Your Browsing
Warp, a new Cloudflare VPN, claims to speed up your internet by using a Google-invented internet protocol called QUIC.
Cloudflare Creates New Warrant Canaries
Yesterday Cloudflare released its transparency report for the second half of 2018. It revealed it’s expanding its use of warrant canaries.
Connection Speeds, Slow Macs, DNS, and More – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 747
How fast is your connection? How much of that speed matters? How fast is your Mac? Why isn’t it faster? What devices can you see on your network? Why can’t you connect to all of them? This is what Mac Geek Gab is about. Posing questions, getting answers, and learning at least 5 new things. Learn your 5 now by pressing play!
A Couple of Alternatives to That CloudFlare App
Named after the DNS address it uses—1.1.1.1—it promises a quick and easy privacy fix.
How to Change DNS Entries on the Mac
If you aren’t happy using the default DNS servers your ISP or local coffee shop provides with your Mac, you can change them. It’s pretty easy to do. Follow along to learn how.
Understanding DNS, Dave's Wi-Fi Mesh Router Update - TMO Daily Observations 2018-04-02
Dave Hamilton and Bryan Chaffin join Jeff Gamet to dive into DNS and Cloudflare’s new server, plus we get an update on the state of Wi-Fi Mesh routers.
Cloudflare Intros New DNS Servers to Keep Your Browsing Activity Private
Cloudflare launched its own DNS servers that focus on privacy, speed, and avoiding online censorship.
OSX/MaMi Malware Hijacks DNS, Takes Screenshots, More
There’s a new DNS highjacking malware for the Mac dubbed OSX/MaMi in the wild, and virus and malware checkers aren’t yet detecting.
Tip: Easily Change Your iOS DNS Settings
By default, your device automatically uses the DNS settings provided by your ISP. But you don’t have to use it, especially if you want something geared towards privacy. You may have known that it’s possible to change your DNS on a Mac, but did you know you can also change your iOS DNS? Andrew Orr shows us how it’s done.
