Set up static DNS under Windows - how it works

Static DNS has many advantages. We'll show you how to set it up on Windows.

Windows: Set up static DNS

1. Open the Control Panel and select the "Network and Sharing Center" under the "Network and Internet" category.
2. Click on the "Change adapter settings" option on the left and then select the desired LAN or WLAN connection.
3. Right-click the connection and then click Properties.
4. Click on "Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP / IPv4)" in the list below and then on the "Properties" button.

Configure static DNS under Windows

1. In the properties you will find the options "Use the following IP address" and "Use the following DNS server addresses".
2. Enter the data of your desired DNS server here and all other required information.
3. You can make further settings using the "Advanced" button. As a rule, however, this is not necessary.
4. Finally save the settings with "OK".

In the next two practical tips, we will tell you exactly what DNS and a DNS client are and how they work.