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Why does DNS matter for privacy, security, freedom, and the internet? We are thrilled to bring on John Todd from Quad9 to give us the inside scoop on DNS and how important it is for all of us.

🔗 SOURCES & LINKS
Quad9: https://quad9.net/
Dr Paul Vixie: https://www.farsightsecurity.com/about-farsight-security/team/vixie/
Quad9 Blog: https://quad9.net/news/blog
Quad9 Donation Page: Not a static link. Go to About, then Donate on their site: https://quad9.net/

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction
00:21 History of Quad9
06:57 What is DNS?
09:48 What is a "recursive" DNS?
13:05 Why does DNS matter?
19:52 DNS & enforcing content policies
20:59 Why should listeners change their default DNS?
23:28 What makes Quad9 different and why should listeners consider Quad9?
24:59 What is Quad9's business/funding model?
29:03 DoH vs DoT
36:35 John Todd's 7 DNS/tech predictions for 2022
37:39 Prediction 2: How can DNS help mitigate or prevent cyberattack?
42:37 DNS stability vs security
44:11 Prediction 6: What does the future of privacy regulation hold?
47:00 Additional thoughts& comments
48:38 Quad9 vs the Courts (and how you can help!)

🎥 VIDEO
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Creators and Guests

Host
Henry Fisher
Runner, artist, musician and digital rights activist. Owner of Techlore
Guest
John Todd
Quad9

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Techlore Talks brings you in-depth conversations with the experts at the forefront of privacy, security, and digital rights. Hosted by Henry Fisher, founder of Techlore and long-time digital rights educator, each episode features meaningful discussions with the people building, researching, and advocating for digital freedom.

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