Yes, there are methods to access hostfile and DNS through VPN connections.
Yes, there are methods to access hostfile and DNS through VPN connections.
You can try using a host file along with OpenDNS through your VPN connection. Make sure your router is set up to recognize both the host file and DNS settings. If the VPN is interfering, you might need to adjust your DNS preferences or check if your VPN provider supports advanced routing options. Consult your router’s documentation for steps on combining DNS services with VPN traffic.
Discussing non-caps is perfectly fine. Also, keep in mind that all your data will go through the VPN server first. This means the request reaches the destination and the response comes back securely. Anyone on your network or router will only see encrypted traffic to the VPN server, keeping sensitive details about the endpoint hidden. This is exactly what VPNs are designed for. The host file is also disregarded because the connection is solely between your device and the VPN server, not the target you're trying to access.
It depends on the VPN setup, especially Split Tunneling, and you can adjust it on the client side using routing tables. Most DNS services now offer leak protection, but it might not completely bypass changes made to the host file because that setting usually takes priority over your DNS servers.