If you’re a web user, you probably know how to change your DNS server on Android. But what if you’re a mobile user? How do you change your DNS server on Android? There are a few ways to do this. The first way is to use the Google Play Services app. The second way is to use the Google DNS tool. The third way is to use a third-party DNS service. The first way is the easiest and most common way to change your DNS server on Android. To do this, open the Google Play Services app and click on the three lines in the top left corner of the screen: “Settings.” Then, under “Network,” select “DNS.” In the next window, enter your new DNS server address into the text field and click on “Save.” The second way is more difficult but can be done if you have an internet connection and are using an Android device with root access. To do this, open a command prompt or Terminal window and type: sudo apt-get update sudo apt-get install dnsmasq sudo dnsmasq -a 8.8.8.8 -p 8888 –name mydns –add-server 8.8.8.9 sudo reboot If all goes well, your device will now be able to connect to its new DNS server address (assuming it’s set up correctly). The third way is more complicated but can work if you have access to a computer with internet access and are using Windows or MacOS devices (although it may not work with all devices). To do this, open a command prompt or Terminal window and type: cd C:\windows\system32\drivers\etc\resolv4_x64 && wmic resolv4_x64 set name=“mydns” && wmic resolv4_x64 set domain=“www” && wmic resolv
DNS stands for “Domain Name System,” and it connects web servers to their respective domain names. Your internet provider provides its own DNS server, but you can change which one your devices use. There are plenty of advantages to using a custom DNS server.
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First, swipe down once or twice (depending on your phone) from the top of the screen and tap the gear icon to open the Settings.
Next, select “Network & Internet” or “Connections.”
Scroll down and select “Private DNS.” On Samsung phones, you will need to go to “More Connection Settings” before you can see Private DNS.
Switch to “Private DNS Provider Hostname” and enter the hostname. Tap “Save” when you’re done.
There you have it! You’re now browsing the web with a little extra security on your Android device, and that’s never a bad thing. If you’re not sure which DNS to use, OpenDNS, Google DNS, and Cloudflare DNS are popular choices.
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