Explore the power of pfSense open-source router software, specifically focusing on the DNS resolver 'Unbound' and its various settings. Learn about the importance of privacy and security on the internet, encrypting DNS activity, managing local devices, setting static DHCP mappings, and enabling OpenVPN clients. Gain a better understanding of Unbound and its capabilities for enhancing router security and control.
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Using open-source software like PFSense provides granular control over internet settings to enhance online privacy and security.
Configuring Unbound to work with Quad9 in PFSense allows users to secure DNS queries, manage local devices, and use OpenVPN for secure remote access.
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Importance of Privacy and Security on the Internet
Privacy is essential for a free society as surveillance leads to self-censorship and lack of freedom. Router software and firmware are often insecure, posing privacy risks. Using open-source software like PFSense provides granular control over internet settings to enhance online privacy and security.
Addressing the Privacy Leak of DNS
DNS, like a phone book, is a privacy leak allowing others to see online activities. Setting up PFSense with Unbound, a local DNS resolver, offers more control over DNS requests. By forwarding DNS queries to Quad9, a major resolver, malicious traffic is filtered, and DNS queries are encrypted, preventing ISP tracking.
Understanding Unbound's DNS Resolver Settings
Unbound, within PFSense, offers various settings for DNS resolution. These include listen port, network interfaces, DNS SEC, Python scripting, DNS query forwarding, and more. By configuring Unbound to work with Quad9, users can secure DNS queries, manage local devices, and even use OpenVPN for secure remote access.
Consumer grade routers are like leaky boats. But you can beef up your setup using things like the pfSense open source router and firewall software.
In previous videos we've looks specifically at DNS settings, and programs like "Unbound" within pfSense. While these grant you granular control over your home network, they can also be confusing.
This video dives deeper into "Unbound", the DNS resolver on pfSense, and explains what each of its many settings means so that you can get a better understanding of just what it's capable of.
pfSense is a great tool that gives your router a power-up, enabling greater control, enhancing security, and the ability to set up more privacy for your internet activities.
Special Thanks to John Todd for guiding us through the tutorial process!