How to Configure DNS over HTTPS (DoH) Using DNSCrypt-Proxy in OPNsense
Introduction Historically, DNS is a service that was designed to be unencrypted. Whenever a device from your network is trying to go to a web address, …
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How to Configure Split DNS in OPNsense using Unbound DNS
Introduction On my home network, I host a few public facing services that my family and I make use of when away from home such as Plex Media Server. …
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Inadvertently Blocked Access to Cable Modem Web Interface
A few months ago, I switched to using my own cable modem instead of using the ISP provided modem/router, and I wanted to access the web interface for …
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Use Your Own Domain Name in Your Home Network with OPNsense
Introduction One nice thing about utilizing more advanced router features is that you can do neat things such as using your own domain name in your …
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Enabling IPv6 Broke Functionality to My IP Security Cameras
After the long journey of learning more about IPv6 and how to enable it on my home network (see my page for detailed info), I discovered that I broke …
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How to Configure IPv6 in Your Home Network with ISP such as Comcast Xfinity
Introduction IPv6 was drafted in the mid-1990s when it was realized that IPv4 addresses would quickly be exhausted due to the explosive growth of the …
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Advantage of Using Single Purpose Network Devices
Introduction It is not uncommon for many home networks to utilize an all-in-one network device provided by the users' Internet Service Provider (ISP). …
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How to Configure VLANs in OPNsense
Introduction For the uninitiated, VLANs are Virtual Local Area Networks. Think of them as logically separate networks that are similar in concept to …
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