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dnsmasq vs OpenDNS DNSCrypt Proxy

A side-by-side look at dnsmasq and OpenDNS DNSCrypt Proxy. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

dnsmasq

dnsmasq

Network & Admin

dnsmasq is a lightweight, open source DNS forwarder and DHCP server. It is designed to provide DNS and DHCP services to a small network, and can be configured on routers or other network devices.

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OpenDNS DNSCrypt Proxy

OpenDNS DNSCrypt Proxy

Security & Privacy

OpenDNS DNSCrypt Proxy is a free, open source proxy software that encrypts DNS traffic between a user's device and OpenDNS's DNS resolvers. It helps prevent eavesdropping and manipulation of DNS data.

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