[Macpartners] DNSCrypt now available for OS X

[Brian Bulmer]

It's only a preview release, but something to keep an eye on. For those of you that have been using OpenDNS all along, this is an excellent progression towards greater security against possible MITM attacks.

More info here:
http://www.opendns.com/technology/dnscrypt/


"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

1. In plain English, what is DNSCrypt?

DNSCrypt is a piece of lightweight software that everyone should use to boost online privacy and security.  It works by encrypting all DNS traffic between the user and OpenDNS, preventing any spying, spoofing or man-in-the-middle attacks."

Enjoy!
Brian

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