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Published onAugust 19, 2020

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Not long ago, Microsoftannouncedthat they are making it easier to change the encrypted DNS options in Windows 10.

Basically, they moved the DNS over HTTPS or DoH options in the Settings app to make them easier to access.

Now, aReddit userposted a screen capture showing a similar feature inMicrosoft Edge.

What is Encrypted DNS and why is it a good thing?

The main thing about encrypted DNS is that it offersprivacyprotection. It hides DNS address lookups in normal https traffic.

Before this technology, your ISP could create a profile of the pages you visited a lot easier.

Of course, that’s adouble-bladedsword as now, ISPs won’t be able to block certain websites that were a hazard to regular people.

Microsoft Edge Canarybeginning with Build 86.0.612.0 offers a Secure DNS option with a couple of encrypted DNS providers.

How can I change the Encrypted DNS option in Edge?

The option is available from thePrivacy, search, and servicesoption inSettings.

Scroll down to the secure DNS feature, click on theChoose a service providerand select one of the providers available in the drop-down menu like it’s shown in the image below.

Let’s all hope that this DoH in Edge is not going to conflict in any way with the Windows 10 setting and will not lead to any unfortunate events.

But for now, the feature seems pretty straight forward, easy to use, and safe so let’s stay positive.

If you have any comments or suggestions please drop us a line in the Comments section below.

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Claudiu Andone

Windows Toubleshooting Expert

Oldtimer in the tech and science press, Claudiu is focused on whatever comes new from Microsoft.

His abrupt interest in computers started when he saw the first Home Computer as a kid. However, his passion for Windows and everything related became obvious when he became a sys admin in a computer science high school.

With 14 years of experience in writing about everything there is to know about science and technology, Claudiu also likes rock music, chilling in the garden, and Star Wars. May the force be with you, always!

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Claudiu Andone

Windows Toubleshooting Expert

Oldtimer in the tech and science press, with 14 years of experience in writing on everything there is to know about science, technology, and Microsoft

With KB5043178 to Release Preview Channel, Microsoft advises Windows 11 users to plug in when the battery is low#

Copilot in Outlook will generate personalized themes for you to customize the app#

Microsoft will raise the price of its 365 Suite to include AI capabilities#

Death Stranding Director’s Cut is now Xbox X|S at a huge discount#

Outlook will let users create custom account icons so they can tell their accounts apart easier#

Microsoft lets you choose your secured DNS choice in Edge#

What is Encrypted DNS and why is it a good thing?#

How can I change the Encrypted DNS option in Edge?#