Wednesday, August 27, 2008

Malaysia Today's blocking is a waste of time

Malaysia Today blocked! Order from MCMC
http://www1.malaysiakini.com/news/88683

It's a waste of time!

For blocking done at DNS-level, the previous post already render it useless. If that does not circumvent the blocking, there are other ways.

Why waste time blocking?

Overcoming Poor DNS Service

Poor DNS (Domain Name Server) service is often not known nor identifiable by ordinary internet users. However, it does cause frustrating browsing experience.

Syndromes of poor DNS service are slow websites access and unreachable websites. Note that these syndromes are not exclusive to poor DNS service. Other factors could cause or aggravate the problem.

The solution to poor DNS service is to use better alternative servers. This can be done by tweaking your computer's DNS setting so that it points to alternative servers. Note that the default servers used are assigned by your ISP (Internet Service Provider).

Is it difficult to change?
No, it is very easy. Only take a couple of minutes.

Do I need to change the setting everytime I use the computer?
No. You set it only once.

Can I revert the changes?
Yes, anytime when you no longer need the service.


Where to find alternative servers?
http://www.opendns.com/ (It is a FREE service)
The servers are;
208.67.222.222
208.67.220.220

(Opendns service is no longer recommended. Use Google's DNS service instead)


Where to find alternative servers?
Google Public DNS (It is a FREE service)
The servers are:
8.8.8.8
8.8.4.4


Any guide?
1. Go to https://developers.google.com/speed/public-dns/
2. Follow the instructions

Voila! Your DNS service is no longer controlled by your ISP.