How did all these networks get affected at the same time? Computer security writer Brian Krebs tweeted a possible answer for some of the problems: Facebook and Instagram were apparently removed from the DNS (Domain Name System) servers that basically make up the white pages of the internet. Failing that there are crazes like TikTok and voice and messaging service Discord you can try instead.Why CVS, Walgreens allow pharmacists to deny birth control Georgia residents can claim embryo as a dependent on their state taxes As online shopping slows, Amazon closes or pauses 40 warehouses is Gen Z underestimating how much money it will need to retire? The Daily Money delivers our top personal finance stories to your inbox Social media meltdown. While Twitter is generally only good for one of those things ( and Wordle), it can help fill the void. For many, it’s the number one choice for talking to grandma, selling your car, reminiscing about your school days, and arguing with a stranger about a news article neither of you bothered to read.

RELATED: The Ultimate Guide to Changing Your DNS Server There’s Always Twitterįacebook still dominates the social media landscape. Providers like Google ( 8.8.8.8) and CloudFlare ( 1.1.1.1) generally offer faster performance than your ISP, and you can even circumvent some (poorly implemented) geo-restrictions this way too. In truth, there are many reasons to use a third-party DNS server with speed being one of the big ones. You can change your DNS server to a third-party one to see if things improve (for best results, flush your DNS by restarting your device). By default, your device will use your ISP’s own DNS server, which in this instance may be causing your problem.

The Domain Name System (DNS) is used to link IP addresses with URLs like.

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