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dns2socks vs Yandex.DNS

A side-by-side look at dns2socks and Yandex.DNS. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

dns2socks

dns2socks

Network & Admin

dns2socks is an open-source software that proxies DNS requests through a SOCKS5 proxy. It allows bypassing DNS restrictions and filtering by routing DNS lookups over a SOCKS5 proxy, which obscures the origin of DNS requests.

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Yandex.DNS

Yandex.DNS

Network & Admin

Yandex.DNS is a free DNS resolver service provided by Yandex that offers enhanced performance, security, and customization options compared to traditional DNS. It is known for having no traffic restrictions, supporting encrypted DNS protocols like DNS-over-HTTPS, and allowing users to set custom blocklists.

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