This is a great FREE service and will increase security in your surfing habits. What is DNS you ask? Let me explain: DNS is what allows you to type in a web address and end up at a website. DNS is transparent and yet fundamental to the operation of the internet. There are two sides to DNS, the authoritative side which give out answers and the recursive side that ask questions on your behalf and holds onto them in case you ask again. I would suggest this service to anyone that has problems with their own ISP’s default DNS and to internet novices. If you want to give them a try, here is a page that will give you instructions on how to do so:

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OpenDNS can identify and stop sites trying to phish (steal) your personal information or money. The OpenDNS phishing protection works with all operating systems and browsers, and complements any other security measures already in use, such as a firewall and anti-virus software. [SOURCE: OpenDNS]