2023-06-14, 19:56:05
Topic: Internet - routers- providers- tips
Clear your DNS cache
The DNS cache is a digital log your browser uses as a shortcut to quickly load web pages you’ve visited before. But your cache can create technical issues if there’s a glitch or online malware has inserted uninvited URLs into your cache.
Here’s how to clear your cache on different devices:
Windows
Go to the Command Prompt by doing one of these things:
Option 1: Type “cmd” into the search bar
Option 2: Find the Command Prompt shortcut in the Windows System folder
Option 3: Type “cmd” into the Run window.
Once you’re in the Command Prompt, type in “ipconfig /flushdns.” Hit Enter to flush the cache.
Mac
Run the Terminal app. You can find it one of these ways:
Option 1: Open Terminal in the Utilities folder.
Option 2: Search “Terminal” using the Spotlight function.
In the Terminal app, enter the command to flush your cache. The command you’ll type can be slightly different depending on your Mac operating system (OS):
Yosemite and after: sudo killall -HUP mDNSResponder
Yosemite 10.10–10.10.3: sudo discoveryutil mdnsflushcache
Mavericks, Mountain Lion, Lion: sudo killall -HUP mDNSResponder
Snow Leopard: sudo dscacheutil -flushcache
You’ll be prompted to enter in the administrator password for your account. Then your cache is flushed—and hopefully any glitches with it.
Smartphones
On an iPhone or Apple device, there are two easy ways to clear your DNS cache:
Option 1: Switch on and then switch off Airplane Mode.
Option 2: Restart your device.
For Android devices, here’s how you clear your DNS cache:
Step 1: Type “chrome://net-internals/#dns” into the URL bar in Chrome.
Step 2: Tap the DNS menu.
Step 3: Click Clear Host Cache.
After you’ve cleared your cache, test your connection to see if it’s back online.
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Clear your DNS cache
The DNS cache is a digital log your browser uses as a shortcut to quickly load web pages you’ve visited before. But your cache can create technical issues if there’s a glitch or online malware has inserted uninvited URLs into your cache.
Here’s how to clear your cache on different devices:
Windows
Go to the Command Prompt by doing one of these things:
Option 1: Type “cmd” into the search bar
Option 2: Find the Command Prompt shortcut in the Windows System folder
Option 3: Type “cmd” into the Run window.
Once you’re in the Command Prompt, type in “ipconfig /flushdns.” Hit Enter to flush the cache.
Mac
Run the Terminal app. You can find it one of these ways:
Option 1: Open Terminal in the Utilities folder.
Option 2: Search “Terminal” using the Spotlight function.
In the Terminal app, enter the command to flush your cache. The command you’ll type can be slightly different depending on your Mac operating system (OS):
Yosemite and after: sudo killall -HUP mDNSResponder
Yosemite 10.10–10.10.3: sudo discoveryutil mdnsflushcache
Mavericks, Mountain Lion, Lion: sudo killall -HUP mDNSResponder
Snow Leopard: sudo dscacheutil -flushcache
You’ll be prompted to enter in the administrator password for your account. Then your cache is flushed—and hopefully any glitches with it.
Smartphones
On an iPhone or Apple device, there are two easy ways to clear your DNS cache:
Option 1: Switch on and then switch off Airplane Mode.
Option 2: Restart your device.
For Android devices, here’s how you clear your DNS cache:
Step 1: Type “chrome://net-internals/#dns” into the URL bar in Chrome.
Step 2: Tap the DNS menu.
Step 3: Click Clear Host Cache.
After you’ve cleared your cache, test your connection to see if it’s back online.
Net Controller Ve3bqm Bernie
VHF
KO4DXQ Bob Koscinski
VA3MFO James Clayton
VE3RQY Greg 0
VA3TS Tom 0
VE3FP Adam 0
VE3PAV Bobby 0
VE3DGY Doug 0
HF
VA3MFO James Clayton
VA3TS Tom 0
VE3DGY Doug 0
VE3DDU Ray Kasenurm
VE3RQY Greg 0
VE3FP Adam 0
VA3GLJ Gregory Jones
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