<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nYour firewall or antivirus software may block your computer\u2019s connection to the DNS server, especially if it\u2019s configured with strict security rules. Temporarily turning off these programs can help you check if they\u2019re causing the issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to disable the firewall on Windows:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- Go to Control Panel<\/strong> > System and Security<\/strong> > Windows Defender Firewall<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Click Turn Windows Defender Firewall on or off<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Select Turn off Windows Defender Firewall<\/strong> for both private and public networks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Check if the DNS issue is resolved.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
How to disable antivirus:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- Open your antivirus software.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Look for an option to disable or pause the protection.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Once disabled, try to reconnect to the internet.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
If the DNS issue is resolved after disabling your firewall or antivirus, you may need to adjust their settings to avoid blocking DNS traffic. Remember to turn your firewall or antivirus back on after testing<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/span>Update Your Network Adapter Driver<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nAn outdated or corrupted network adapter driver can cause DNS errors. Updating the driver to the latest version can often resolve these problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to update network adapter drivers on Windows:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- Press Windows + X<\/strong> and select Device Manager<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Expand the Network adapters<\/strong> section.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Right-click your network adapter and select Update driver<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Choose Search automatically for updated driver software<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Follow the instructions to complete the update.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
After updating, restart your computer and see if the DNS error is resolved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Reset Your TCP\/IP Settings<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nMisconfigured TCP\/IP settings can also cause DNS issues. Resetting these settings will restore them to default, which can often solve connectivity problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to reset TCP\/IP on Windows:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- Open Command Prompt<\/strong> as an administrator (press Windows + X<\/strong>, then select Command Prompt (Admin)<\/strong>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Type the following commands one at a time and press Enter<\/strong> after each:<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
netsh int ip reset\n netsh winsock reset\n ipconfig \/release\n ipconfig \/renew\n ipconfig \/flushdns<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n\n- Restart your computer after running these commands.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
Resetting TCP\/IP is a more advanced fix but often resolves stubborn network issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Try Using a Different Device<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nIf you\u2019ve tried everything and the DNS problem persists, test the connection on a different device (like your phone, tablet, or another computer) using the same network. This helps you figure out whether the problem is with your computer or the network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- If the second device works fine<\/strong>, then the issue is likely with your computer’s settings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- If the second device also has issues<\/strong>, it could be a problem with your router, modem, or internet connection, in which case you may need to contact your ISP for help.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Contact Your Internet Service Provider (ISP)<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nIf you\u2019ve tried all of the above solutions and are still experiencing the “DNS server not responding” error, the issue may be with your ISP\u2019s DNS servers. Call your ISP\u2019s customer support and explain the problem\u2014they may be able to resolve it on their end or guide you through further steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>What does “DNS server not responding” mean?<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n
It means your device can’t connect to the DNS server that translates website names into IP addresses, so you can’t access websites.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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<\/span>Can I change my DNS server?<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n
Yes! You can switch to a more reliable DNS server like Google Public DNS or Cloudflare. This often solves DNS problems.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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