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dnsmasq vs Yandex.DNS

A side-by-side look at dnsmasq and Yandex.DNS. 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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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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