If you’re getting the “DNS server is not responding” error on Windows 11, you’re not alone. Luckily, there are several ways to troubleshoot and fix this error on Windows 11. Use the guides below to get you started.
How to Fix DNS Server Not Responding on Windows 11/10/7/8 | Wi-Fi or Ethernet Connection (2023)
DNS is an acronym for Domain Name System and is a decentralized naming system used by all computers, servers, and more that try to connect to the Internet. DNS helps identify your PC and the traffic sent to it and the system automatically deciphers and displays the necessary information.
There could be any number of reasons for this issue. Sometimes Windows can misidentify network issues as DNS problems, while other times it’s likely a third-party app that’s interfering with your network.
A recent update to AVG anti-virus seems to be the main culprit for this cause and disabling it seems to fix this issue for most users. Use the guide below to fix this issue on your PC.
