How to configure Google DNS on Windows 11 for faster Internet?

Configuring Google DNS on Windows 11

To enhance your internet experience with faster and more secure DNS resolution, you can configure your Windows 11 PC to use Google's DNS servers. Below are the step-by-step instructions for setting up both IPv4 and IPv6 DNS addresses for Wi-Fi and Ethernet connections.

For Wi-Fi connection

— Open settings

Press "Windows + I" to open the Settings app.



Navigate to "Network & Internet" from the left-hand menu.

— Access Wi-Fi settings

Select "Wi-Fi" and then click on "Hardware properties."

— Modify DNS server assignment

Click on the "Edit" button next to "DNS server assignment."
From the dropdown menu, choose the "Manual" option.

— Input DNS addresses

For IPv4:

Preferred DNS: 8.8.8.8
Alternate DNS: 8.8.4.4




For IPv6:

Preferred DNS: 2001:4860:4860::8888
Alternate DNS: 2001:4860:4860::8844

— Save changes

Click "Save" to apply the new DNS settings.

For Ethernet connection

— Open settings

Press "Windows + I" to access the Settings app.
Navigate to "Network & Internet" from the left-hand menu.

— Access Ethernet Settings

Select "Ethernet" and scroll down to "DNS server assignment."

— Modify DNS server assignment

Click on the "Edit" button next to "DNS server assignment."
Choose the "Manual" option from the dropdown menu.

— Input DNS addresses:

For IPv4:

Preferred DNS: 8.8.8.8
Alternate DNS: 8.8.4.4

For IPv6:

Preferred DNS: 2001:4860:4860::8888
Alternate DNS: 2001:4860:4860::8844

— Save changes

Click "Save" to apply the new DNS settings.

Alternative Method via Control Panel

— Open control panel

Search for "Control Panel" in the Start menu and open it.
Go to "Network and Internet" > "Network and Sharing Center."

— Change adapter settings

Click on "Change adapter settings" on the left sidebar.
Right-click your active network adapter and select "Properties."

— Configure Internet Protocol Settings:

Select "Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)" and click "Properties."
Select "Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6)" and click "Properties."

— Input DNS addresses

For IPv4:

Preferred DNS: 8.8.8.8
Alternate DNS: 8.8.4.4

For IPv6:

Preferred DNS: 2001:4860:4860::8888
Alternate DNS: 2001:4860:4860::8844

— Save and close

Click "OK" to save your settings and close the properties window.

By following these instructions, you will successfully configure your Windows 11 PC to use Google's DNS servers, improving your browsing speed and security.

Updated on: 11/07/2024