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AdAway vs Public DNS Server Tool

A side-by-side look at AdAway and Public DNS Server Tool. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

AdAway

AdAway

Security & Privacy

AdAway is an open source ad blocker and hosts file editor for Android devices. It blocks ads by editing the hosts file on your device to redirect requests from advertising servers to localhost.

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Public DNS Server Tool

Public DNS Server Tool

Network & Admin

Public DNS Server Tool is a free, open-source DNS server that allows you to set up your own DNS resolvers to route DNS traffic through instead of using your ISP's servers. It provides more privacy and improved performance.

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