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  • ZDNET’s latest guide explains how to enable Private DNS on iPhone, a feature that encrypts DNS queries to protect users from tracking, phishing, and malware-especially on public Wi‑Fi. The article outlines the steps: open Wi‑Fi settings, tap the “i” next to the connected network, select “Configure DNS,” switch to “Manual,” delete existing servers, and add a preferred DNS address such as Cloudflare’s 1.1.1.1, Google’s 8.8.8.8, or Quad9’s 9.9.9.9. ZDNET stresses that private DNS can be faster than an ISP’s default and keeps browsing activity hidden from network operators. The piece is part of the site’s broader effort to provide unbiased, research‑based tech advice.

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