Compare Control D vs. Google Public DNS

Control D is a customizable DNS filtering and traffic redirection platform that leverages Secure DNS protocols like DNS-over-HTTPS, DNS-over-TLS and DNS-over-QUIC, with support for Legacy DNS. With Control D you can: block malicious threats, block unwanted types of content network wide (ads & trackers, IoT telemetry, adult content, socials, and more), redirect traffic using transparent proxies and gain visibility on network events and usage patterns, with client level granularity. Think of it as your personal Authoritative DNS resolver for the entire Internet that gives you granular control over what domains get resolved, redirected or blocked.

The Domain Name System (DNS) protocol plays a crucial role in the web's architecture, acting as the Internet's directory; whenever you access a website, your device conducts a DNS lookup. Websites with complex features often necessitate numerous DNS lookups before they can fully load, which means your device might handle hundreds of these requests daily. To enhance your browsing experience, configure your network settings to utilize the IP addresses 8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4 as your DNS servers. Opting for Google Public DNS means that your client applications will execute all DNS queries through this service. It's important to note that Public DNS functions solely as a name resolver. For those requiring a high-capacity, programmable, authoritative name server that leverages Google's infrastructure, consider utilizing Google's Cloud DNS. In addition to the standard DNS protocols over UDP or TCP, we also offer enhanced security and privacy options through DNS over TLS (DoT) and DNS over HTTPS (DoH). By utilizing these services, you can significantly boost your internet browsing speed and access the content you desire without any unnecessary redirection. Ultimately, making these adjustments can lead to a more efficient online experience.