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Ensure DNS is configured in the browser or network settings, or set it for both.

Ensure DNS is configured in the browser or network settings, or set it for both.

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Kay123_
Senior Member
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10-27-2023, 02:04 PM
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I've searched for an hour—nothing worthwhile. With Quad9, should I configure the same IPV4 DNS on both my network and browser, or just on the network? In Brave, you can choose to let your ISP handle DNS or pick from a dropdown. Since Quad9 isn't listed, you'd likely need the 'custom' setting. Decide whether to apply it to the network or just the browser.

Bonus: For W7 (garage laptop), should I keep IPv6 enabled and use Quad9's IPv6 address, or turn it off? Your gateway/ISP already uses IPv6, and you notice traffic there—disabling IPv6 might help speed things up if Wi-Fi isn't strong enough. Let me know if you need more clarity!

Cheers
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Kay123_
10-27-2023, 02:04 PM #1

I've searched for an hour—nothing worthwhile. With Quad9, should I configure the same IPV4 DNS on both my network and browser, or just on the network? In Brave, you can choose to let your ISP handle DNS or pick from a dropdown. Since Quad9 isn't listed, you'd likely need the 'custom' setting. Decide whether to apply it to the network or just the browser.

Bonus: For W7 (garage laptop), should I keep IPv6 enabled and use Quad9's IPv6 address, or turn it off? Your gateway/ISP already uses IPv6, and you notice traffic there—disabling IPv6 might help speed things up if Wi-Fi isn't strong enough. Let me know if you need more clarity!

Cheers

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KryFTW
Junior Member
37
10-28-2023, 06:23 PM
#2
For your network, every traffic must go through the DNS server unless a device is set to a different DNS provider. Therefore, when all apps are using the system DNS, they'll follow whatever you define for your network.
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KryFTW
10-28-2023, 06:23 PM #2

For your network, every traffic must go through the DNS server unless a device is set to a different DNS provider. Therefore, when all apps are using the system DNS, they'll follow whatever you define for your network.

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iHashASF
Member
229
10-30-2023, 02:07 AM
#3
Network settings should take priority over default configurations. Using a custom DNS in Brave won’t override the network’s DNS unless you explicitly configure it. Ensure IPv6 is enabled if needed for full compatibility.
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iHashASF
10-30-2023, 02:07 AM #3

Network settings should take priority over default configurations. Using a custom DNS in Brave won’t override the network’s DNS unless you explicitly configure it. Ensure IPv6 is enabled if needed for full compatibility.

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Logystics
Junior Member
33
10-30-2023, 03:45 AM
#4
You just configured the DNS on your router. The main choice is designed to let the router handle it automatically. If you truly need advanced setup, consider installing Pi-hole on a separate device and directing your router to serve it as the DNS server.
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Logystics
10-30-2023, 03:45 AM #4

You just configured the DNS on your router. The main choice is designed to let the router handle it automatically. If you truly need advanced setup, consider installing Pi-hole on a separate device and directing your router to serve it as the DNS server.