There are many different types of content filtering technologies. CleanBrowsing is a DNS-based content filter, but how does it differ from other technologies like browser based, application or service based filters? This article will explore the benefits of DNS-based filtering and why we use it as the foundation of our service offering. Benefits of DNS-based […]
DNS for Network Security: Protecting your Network with DNS Resolvers
The Domain Name System (DNS) was designed to simplify how we interface with the internet. Imagine a world where you have to remember that CleanBrowsing is located here: 137.220.48.110. Meaning, you’d open your favorite browser and type in the IP to get to the website. It’s laughable to think of such an experience, but in […]
6 Ways Content Filtering Helps Parents Protect Children Online
As the internet becomes more accessible and widespread, it has become increasingly important for parents to monitor their children’s online activity. Content filtering is one of the most effective ways to do this. Content filtering is the process of restricting access to certain types of online content, such as pornography, violence, and hate speech. Here […]
Chrome Breaks Encrypted DNS on macOS 13
Often regarded as a critical piece of the internet fabric, DNS functions as a directory service for the internet. Its biggest vulnerability has always been that its traffic was always sent across the wire in clear text (meaning anyone could read the queries). The solution for this came in the form of Encrypted DNS, which by […]
The DNS Security Landscape
In our last article, we shared thoughts on how DNS can be used as an effective security control for your organization by functioning as a Firewall. In this article, we step back and focus security landscape as it pertains to DNS. This article is designed to educate and illustrates the complexities of managing your DNS […]