Cisco Tech Talk: How to Change Your DNS Settings with Google DNS, OpenDNS & Cloudflare - Part 2
This guide explains how to change DNS settings on a Cisco RV 160 Wireless AC VPN router to use Google's public DNS, enhancing network speed, reliability, and security for all connected devices.
MAIN POINTS FROM TRANSCRIPT
- Changing DNS at the router level benefits all network devices.
- Access the router's web interface using its IP address.
- Update DNS settings under the WAN interface to Google's DNS.
- Restart the router to apply and confirm changes.
TAKEAWAYS
- Public DNS servers can improve network performance and security.
- Use common IP addresses or check the router for its IP.
- Google's DNS addresses are 8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4.
- Ensure changes are saved in both running and startup configurations.