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How to block a domain
No domains are blocked by default (except phishing sites!), but it's easy to block a domain, such as www.myspace.com.
1. Make sure you are using OpenDNS. (Get Started)
2. Sign in or create a free account.
3. Add a network to your account in the Dashboard.
If you already have a network in your OpenDNS account, you may skip this step.
- Add a single IP address or a range of addresses to create a network.
- OpenDNS supports dynamic IP addresses, common for cable, DSL, and dial-up customers.
4. Add a domain to block
Navigate to the Settings page of your OpenDNS Dashboard. At the bottom of the page there is a section called Manage Individual Domains. In this section there is an option to add to either the never block or always block lists. Pull down Always Block from the menu and type in the domain you wish to block access to.5. Wait 3 minutes for your preferences to be pushed to all servers.
You may then test by attempting to visit the site you blocked. Make sure any local caches (browser, computer, router, firewall, etc.) are cleared before you test. Review this checklist if you think it's not working.
August 30, 2007