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- Private DNS encrypts your web traffic to prevent ISP tracking.
- It improves both privacy and online security.
- It’s simple to turn on, but disabling it puts your data at risk.
Nearly everything you do on your desktop, laptop, phone, and tablet begins with a Domain Name System (DNS) query. Essentially, DNS turns domain names (such as ZDNET.com) into an IP address so web browsers and apps…

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